Closed for Admission Day alamoana 3 years ago Star-Bulletin photographer Albert Yamauchi captured this image of news carrier Chester Kahapea selling copies of the Honolulu Star-Bulletin on the day Hawaii became the 50th State. August 21, 1959. This photo epitomizes the joy and excitement of the day Hawaii became the last star on the US flag. Our office will be closed on August 20, 2021 for the Admission Day holiday and will reopen on August 21, 2021