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Jon Martin founded our company in 1961 as a place where fine home furnishings will be celebrated and elevated for generations to come. Jon wanted to build a lasting Workshop that supported seasoned master craftsman working alongside apprentices and journeymen. He saw this as the best way to perpetuate fine craftsmanship in Hawaii. The company has been at the forefront of reviving an appreciation for Koa, an exceptionally beautiful species of the acacia genus grown only in Hawaii. Irving Jenkins, in is authoritative book, “Hawaiian Furniture and Hawaii’s Cabinetmakers,” identifies Martin & MacArthur as “…the single biggest and lasting influence on the Hawaii woodcraft industry in the 20th century.”
The company changes its name to Martin & MacArthur Enterprises, Ltd. after Jon took on Douglas MacArthur as his first business partner. In the old days, Doug would walk to John’s small workshop in Kakaako to collect rent. Eventually, John offered to make Doug his partner because he said he needed someone “to keep the money straight.”
Martin & MacArthur Furniture Workshop relocates to its current address at 1815 Kahai St, Honolulu, HI. The company now occupies a 33,00 square foot building in Kalihi Kai and proudly supports the vitality of this historic community.
Doug MacArthur chooses to leave the company to move back to the Big Island. Jon Martin convinces Doug to allow the name of the company to continue to use his name because, as Jon said, “Martin & MacArthur sounds better than Martin by itself.”
Honolulu businessman W. Lloyd Jones becomes Jon’s new partner. Lloyd oversaw the company’s first retail stores in the Davies Pacific Center in downtown Honolulu and helped establish a separate company venture into custom framing.
Martin & MacArthur opens its first retail store at the Aloha Tower Marketplace. This iconic store is still remembered by Oahu residents and visitors alike because for the first time, Hawaii’s exquisite wood craftsmanship had a place to be seen.
Michael Tam and Simon McKenzie purchase Martin & MacArthur from Jon Martin and Lloyd Jones. Born and raised in Hawaii, Michael brought with him years of senior management expertise in companies such as Starbucks, Nordstrom, McDonalds and Borders.
Martin & MacArthur becomes exclusive distributor for Boris Huang Feather Lei and Feather Capes. Boris is the protégé of renowned Hawaiian feather lei master Aunty Mary Lou Kekuewa.
Martin & MacArthur open store in Ward Village, the first store under new owner Michael Tam. This Ward location started an era of active retail expansion for the company, based on strategically mapping the only the finest resorts and malls to enter.
Martin & MacArthur opens stand-alone store in Hilton Hawaiian Village, the largest resort in the State of Hawaii. It is only fitting that Martin & MacArthur should have a central location on Rainbow Drive to highlight Hawaii’s finest artists and craftsmen.
Martin & MacArthur opens anchor store at Whalers Village in Kaanapali, Maui. This premier mall along Kaanapali Beach is the primary gathering place for the west side of Maui
Martin & MacArthur opens flagship store in the lobby of the Grand Hyatt Kauai. Our location in the lobby of this sprawling resort on the south shore of Kauai is the perfect setting to showcase Hawaii’s exquisite craftsmen and artists.
Martin & MacArthur opens store in the second largest resort in Hawaii, Sheraton Waikiki. It’s international visitors, particularly from Japan, prize finely-crafted items actually made in Hawaii by the Company’s artisans.
Martin & MacArthur begins distribution partnership with Heather Brown Fine Art. Local graduate of the University of Hawaii, Heather Brown has elevated “surf art” to a lifestyle known around the world.
Martin & MacArthur designs and retails the first ever Koa Watches, a product that had never been seen before in the entire world. The Koa watch category was born out of Martin & MacArthur innovative design. Today, Martin & MacArthur watches are often imitated, but neve duplicated as the Company remains at the forefront of new designs like the first Koa Bands for Apple Watch.
Martin & MacArthur begins distribution partnership with Daniel Moe Glass, considered the preeminent glass artisan in Hawaii today. Today, the Company proudly features Moe in all our strongest galleries.
Martin & MacArthur opens store on the ground floor of the new International Market Place. Long considered the meeting point of Waikiki, IMP was re-invented as a modern, three story mall with Martin & MacArthur in a central concourse location.
Martin & MacArthur opens gallery in the lobby of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel. The Pink Palace epitomizes gracious Hawaiian living, a lifestyle that Martin & MacArthur continues to elevate every day. See the Company’s Koa furniture in the lobby of this sumptuous hotel.
Martin & MacArthur expands into a new 4000+ square foot gallery at The Shops at Wailea, Maui. Known as the meeting place for the east side of Maui, Matin & MacAthur now occupies the centermost location in this prestigious mall.
Martin & MacArthur becomes the exclusive gallery distributor for Disney Fine Art in Hawaii. The Company worked with Disney artists to re-imagine the Brand’s classic characters in Hawaii. Only at Martin & MacArthur can you see Mickey in board shorts and Stitch doing the hula. Truly Magic in Paradise.
Martin & MacArthur enters exclusive partnership to create USS Missouri Teak mementos from the original Teak deck of Mighty Mo, the same deck that Gen. Douglas MacArthur stood witness to the surrender of the Japanese, ending World War II. These limited USS Missouri Teak mementos are only sold at Martin & MacArthur stores and website and at the USS Missouri gift shop
Martin & MacArthur selected to create the solid Koa casket of the late Princess Abigail Kawananakoa, prominent heir to the Hawaiian royal family. HRH’s Koa casket was on display at ‘Iolani Palace when the Princess was lying in state.
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A great place to buy gifts if you're looking for non-tourist trap, actually made-in-Hawaii items. Much of what was in the store was far above my price range, but they also had plenty of items that were more reasonably priced. The staff was polite and friendly, answering our questions- Jenni H. Washington, D.C.
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Furniture aside, Martin & Macarthur has some of the best customer service I've ever experienced. They are extremely thorough and go out of their way to make the customer happy. And I was even more impressed that I spoke with the same person the entire time!- Gsodjb G. San Francisco, CA
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If I could give more than 5 stars I would! We had an absolutely stellar experience from start to finish with this company - from the very first email inquiry that was responded to immediately, to the design process for our dining room table, the friendless and professionalism of everyone on staff whom we worked closely with, and everything in between!- Havsf G. San Francisco, CA
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This is a great shop. They have all sorts of fabulous Hawaiian gifts and locally made art, jewelry and other souvenirs. The gifts here are upscale yet in many cases affordable. I couldn't resist leaving without purchasing a cute necklace first. Definitely stop in here and check it out...the service is friendly and nice too!- Dawn M. Chicago, IL
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Absolutely love shopping here! The furniture is beautiful, unique and great quality. We just received the side table we ordered for our patio and love it so much. It really elevates our patio space.- Flora Y. San Francisco, CA
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My custom Koa furniture arrived one week early. Was packaged so well for protection through delivery. High quality, definitely exceeded our expectations. The store's staff were very easy to work with throughout the entire ordering process. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.- Cari A. San Diego, CA
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I went here today with a friend who was looking at watches. J gave incredible service from start to finish. He answered questions on the phone, helped us feel comfortable trying on each of the beautiful watches we wanted to see on our wrists and in the end I was able to find a beautiful print from Heather Brown that J was kind enough to wrap nicely for me to take home.- Darren J. Kailua, HI
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For some reason, I've always felt intimidated to go inside of Martin & MacArthur because it seemed like it would be out of my price range. However, last week I was pleasantly surprised with this store.
Yes, there are things here that are pretty pricey. However, there are also items that are less than $100 like their koa bracelets ($75). The great thing about this place is that they sell well-made, quality products that are absolutely beautiful. I have a few weddings this summer, and I know that I'll probably be coming here for gifts.- Camilla C. Honolulu, HI
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We love shopping here.
I bought my husband a Koa Wood watch from here. We also bought Koa wood wedding bands recently and a beautiful Koa wood picture frame. It's a great place to purchase a little of Hawaii to bring home. Things that mean something and have purpose. Not to mention, things that get others attention. My husband gets lots of compliments on his watch! Staff is always nice. They truly give a little Aloha spirit.- Christie R. Honolulu, HI
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Went into the store expecting to see items geared toward the Maui tourist, and was pleasantly surprised to find high quality, island-made goods. We ended up buying our wedding rings here. (The sales associate) is awesome and was very patient as we decided on a style. They are highly recommended.- Jeff B. Aptos, CA