By: Kimo Jenkins, Director, Product Development & Implementation Cultural Guide Many Hawaiian believe in the power of spirits (‘uhane) to return to the scenes / places they knew on earth; that such ties to the underworld remain to this day unbroken. It is a generationally held thought that these huaka‘i pō or night marchers are […]
By: Kimo Jenkins, Director, Product Development & Implementation Cultural Guide The flower and the lei, the main component and the finished product, are an entwined duo of Hawaiian beauty and grace. The concept of this special event is to provide an interactive encounter; first of the Hawaiian cultural, followed by a community outreach recognition event. […]
By: Noelani Kana‘e, Manager, Program Design & Development October in Hawai‘i may not feel like autumn to those coming from colder climates, where the leaves change color, and the sun sets a bit earlier. Here in Hawai‘i, the keiki (children) don’t need to layer up their Halloween costumes. Young and old alike delight in the […]
Get the look! Here, we feature tones of melanzana with a touch of navy and gold accents!
By: Jayann Gabrio, Experience Design & Management This year’s theme for the 2015 Aloha Festival is “Hulu Aloha, Beloved Feather Treasures.” Hawaiian hulu designs are pieces that were wearable works of art which distinguished the ruling class of the Hawaiian Kingdom. These beautiful pieces are often seen in the form of the kāhili – feather standard, […]