1836 - July 30 – The first English language newspaper is published in Hawaii.

On July 30, 1836, Hawaii witnessed a significant cultural milestone with the publication of its first English language newspaper, the Sandwich Island Gazette and Journal of Commerce. This event marked an important development in the islands' history, reflecting the growing influence of Western culture and commerce. The newspaper was founded by Stephen D. Mackintosh and Charles Gordon Hopkins, who aimed to serve the increasing English-speaking population in Hawaii, including missionaries, merchants, and seafarers.