Did you know that there is a complicated relationship between the United States, the State of Hawai'i, and Native Hawaiians? Learn more about the origins of this tense relationship along with other historical facts rarely known outside of Hawai'i.
Discover the history behind the ancient Polynesian and Hawaiian tradition of the royal luau a feast with traditional Hawaiian dance and music.
Color photographs from Hawaii in 1959, the year the islands officially became America's 50th state.
Explore the grace of hula dancing Hawaii, delve into its rich history, and discover where you can learn this captivating traditional Hawaiian dance.
In ancient Hawai‘i, most of the common people were farmers, a few were fishermen. Tenants cultivated smaller crops for family consumption, to supply the needs of chiefs and provide tributes.K…
The coat of arms of the Nation of Hawai‘i was drawn up during the time of Kamehameha III; a May 31, 1845 story in the Polynesian newspap...
Liliuokalani, was the last Hawaiian sovereign to govern the islands, which were annexed by the United States in 1898.
Check out our guide to Hawaiian Mythology, an Introduction to some of the major Hawaiian Gods, Goddesses & legends.
Hawaiian Hale - Descendants of the Islands’ first people are building on the foundation shaped by Indigenous architecture from life in early Hawai‘i.
Did you know that there is a complicated relationship between the United States, the State of Hawai'i, and Native Hawaiians? Learn more about the origins of this tense relationship along with other historical facts rarely known outside of Hawai'i.
Rancher, sugar planter, lawyer and politician, and Kauai’s “Teller of Hawaiian Tales” Eric Alfred Knudsen (1872-1957) was born at Waiawa, at that time the Knudsen family homesite about a mile west of Kekaha.
Who needs GQ when you have Prince Kūhiō? Born Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole in 1871, the Hawaiian figure achieved a marquee of notable titles to hang around
Say aloha to these gorgeous Hawaiian tattoos! From traditional designs to contemporary concepts here are all the tattoos that you need to see for inspiration!
Learn about the Hawaiian custom of lei giving, an important part of Hawaiian history and tradition.
Discover Ancient Hawaii: Its People, Rule, Warfare, and Legacy. Tour Museums, Experience History, Learn More. Explore Our Insights Today!
I’m not numbering these because they’re not in any particular order. I had some help from my Facebook group Mooolelo: Hawaiian History. Unlike my previous attempts at crowdsourcing, the…
From surfers catching waves to traditional picnics, these photos show life in Hawaii before it became a state in 1959.
Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawananakoa, the so-called last Hawaiian princess whose lineage included the royal family that once ruled the islands died on Sunday. She was 96.
The halls of Hawaiʻi’s history are filled with examples of powerful and inspirational wahine (women) who made progressive steps for women’s, indigenous
Some of the oldest photographs that exist of the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, these images depict an era of old Hawaii rarely seen before.
These influential wahine (women) and their achievements in Hawaii's history paved the way for all of us. 1. Queen Emma Photo: Wikipedia In 1859, Queen
Check out our guide to Hawaiian Mythology, an Introduction to some of the major Hawaiian Gods, Goddesses & legends.
Did you know that there is a complicated relationship between the United States, the State of Hawai'i, and Native Hawaiians? Learn more about the origins of this tense relationship along with other historical facts rarely known outside of Hawai'i.
Postcard of I’olani Palace, Honolulu The high chiefess Kina’u, daughter of Kamehameha I and his wife Kaheiheimālie, bore five children of divine rank, …
Discover the unique heritage of the Molokai Language 🌺 Learn about its rich history and vital role in preserving Hawaiian culture.
Kāne is considered the highest of the four major Hawaiian deities, along with Kanaloa, Kū, and Lono, though he is most closely associated with Kanaloa. He represented the god of procreation and was worshipped as ancestor of chiefs and commoners. Kāne is the creator and gives life associated with dawn, sun and sky. No human sacrifice or laborious ritual was needed in the worship of Kāne. In the beginning, there was nothing but Po; the endless black chaos. Then Kāne, sensing that he was separate f
Wood and cordage, tooth and bone are used to recreate the ancient Hawaiian instruments of war. A modern weapons maker finds connection to a culture.
Dive into the world of King Kamehameha and his history at Kamakahonu — the grounds where he resided — in a unique historical tour. Your guide begins in the Monarchy Room where portraits of Hawaiian royals, from King Kamehameha the Great to the last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom, Queen Lili’uokalani are displayed. Walk […]
The magical properties associated with the bones of Hawaiian kings were valuable to the ancient Hawaiians, and were even seen potentially dangerous. Great rites and elaborate ceremonies were performed to ensure the safe keeping of the ancestors.
