O‘ahu: Arts + Culture
How We Celebrate Girls’ Day in Hawaiʻi
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.
Experience a Royal Night at ʻIolani Palace
Celebrate Queen Kapiʻolani’s legacy with exclusive evening tours featuring historic rooms, live performances and commemorative keepsakes.
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.
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.
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.
14 Places You Can Find the Likeness and Legacy of Duke Kahanamoku
The Duke’s legacy can be found in Hawai‘i and across the globe, from replica surfboards to blonde ales and even commemorative stamps.
The Search for the Mysterious and Beloved Manapua Man
The manapua man holds a special place in the hearts, and stomachs, of local residents.
The 48th Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival is the Largest Non-Competitive Hula Event in Hawaiʻi—and It’s This Weekend
Here’s what you need to know about the 2-day event taking place in Honolulu, Oʻahu
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 Plans to Restore the Waikīkī War Memorial Natatorium on Oʻahu
The city is working to reopen and restore the natatorium to its original glory.
How 11 Surf Breaks on Oʻahu Got Their Names
Every surf break has a name—and a good story that goes along with it.
A Taste of Sweet Li Hing Mui Brings Back Childhood Memories in Hawaiʻi
One writer thinks back to his youth, while eating the salty, sweet and sour preserved plum powder.
5 Must-See Oʻahu Historic Sites You Haven’t Been To Yet
It’s not uncommon to walk right past an important archaeological site on Oʻahu and not even know it.
Get a Glimpse Into this Under-the-Radar Lūʻau on Oʻahu
The Nutridge Estate offers an intimate experience for guests in the hills high above Honolulu.