Arts + Culture
Bishop Museum Welcomes Last Known Survivor of Rare Hawaiian Snail Genus
Believed to be the final survivor of its genus, the endangered snail has found refuge at the museum’s captive rearing center. The public can meet it at the 2025 Kāhuli Festival on Oct. 25.
Chef Sheldon Simeon’s Second Cookbook is For Everyone
“Ohana Style,” which comes out in March 2026, is a collection of over 100 recipes that are simple, flavorful and shareable.
How the Slack-Key Guitar Became the Musical Heartbeat of Hawaiʻi
Kī hōʻalu, or slack-key guitar, continues to capture the spirit of the Islands.
The Fascinating Origins Behind 7 Famous Hawaiian Place Names
These names offer a window into the history of these areas.
The Remarkable Story of the First Women to Paddle the Kaiwi Channel
These are the determined all-female paddling crews who were the first to dare the Molokaʻi to Oʻahu crossing, a race once restricted to men.
By Helping Feed the Maui Community, This Local Foundation is also Spreading Aloha
From produce boxes and thousands of free meals to an annual music festival, Hua Momona Farms and Foundation has nourished the Valley Isle through crisis—offering the community not just food, but hope.
Tradition Meets Technology at Maui Ocean Center’s New Hawaiian Music Show
Live performances and IMAX-style immersion come together during “Mele: The Hawaiian Music Experience,” where song, dance and cutting-edge visuals tell stories of the Islands in new ways.
With a New Partnership and Ticket System, It’s Now Easier to Explore One of the Most Unique Museums in Hawaiʻi
The Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design on Oʻahu is expanding tour offerings thanks to a collaboration with Bishop Museum.
This September Marks the First Official Hawaiian History Month
Free events this month recognize the incredible contributions to the community by Native Hawaiians, while also honoring Queen Liliʻuokalani’s birthday and legacy.
For Movie Buffs, These 5 Spots on Kauaʻi Will Look Familiar
The Garden Isle has been the backdrop for numerous blockbuster films over the years.
A Case for Incorporating More Hawaiian Culture Into Your Hawaiʻi Vacation
Hotels across the Islands are enhancing their educational programs, giving guests clearer insights into Hawaiian history and traditions.
The Search for the Mysterious and Beloved Manapua Man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents.
This Hidden Gem in Honolulu is More Than a Vintage Clothing Shop; It’s a Sports Museum
Old Queen Street Stadium boasts an impressive collection of classic and retro sports memorabilia from Hawaiʻi.
The Best Lūʻau on Maui in 2025
These award-winning lūʻau experiences offer more than just a dinner and show. These impressive feasts include cultural performances, dramatic sunsets and the spirit of aloha.
5 Hawaiʻi Landmarks—And What They're Actually Called
It’s not Diamond Head, it’s Lēʻahi.
How Mākaha Helped Revolutionize Hawaiʻi's Surf Culture
Before surfers were catching waves at Pipeline or Waimea, they were dropping in at Mākaha.
Everything You Need To Know About Lychee in Hawaiʻi
The high-demand fruit, in season from now through September, has come to represent summer in the Islands.
The Beloved Story of ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Returns to the Big Screen
Disney’s live-action remake of the animated classic features a local cast excited to share more of Hawaiʻi with the world.
Your Guide to the 42nd Annual Pan-Pacific Festival
The event takes place across Honolulu with hula performances, live music and other attractions from June 13 to 15.
9 Ways to Sink Your Teeth into Mango Season in Hawaiʻi
Celebrate mango season by trying out these Island faves made with fresh local fruit.
How the Exquisite Work of Poakalani & Co. is Continuing the Tradition of Hawaiian Quilting
Master quilters Poakalani Serrao and her husband, John Serrao, left a legacy of craftsmanship and beauty while perpetuating this beloved artform.
The Winners of the 62nd Annual Merrie Monarch Festival
See some of the best performances from the annual competition.
