Arts + Culture

Tune into Hawaiʻi’s premier hula competition.

Across the Islands, there are restaurants, food trucks and lū‘au that serve these uniquely-Hawai‘i dishes. Here’s what to know about each dish on a classic Hawaiian plate.

For more than 1,000 years, Girls’ Day has been celebrated in Japan. In Hawaiʻi, many local families honor the holiday on March 3 by making mochi—so we’re sharing an easy recipe to help you celebrate, too.

Celebrate International Women’s Month with these biographies and memoirs about remarkable wāhine—from courageous queens to brave athletes—who have helped shape the Islands’ history and culture.

From its near extinction to revival, ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi continues to be preserved and celebrated. These resources can help you learn the language during Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and beyond.

Don your favorite muʻumuʻu to show appreciation for this beloved attire in the Islands.

The soft, chewy traditional Japanese rice cake is a tasty way to celebrate the new year.

This spine-tingling tale is rooted in Native Hawaiian history.

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.

“Ohana Style,” which comes out in March 2026, is less about Hawaiʻi and more about dishes anyone can make and enjoy.

Kī hōʻalu, or slack-key guitar, continues to capture the spirit of the Islands.

These names offer a window into the history of these areas.