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 James Beard Award-winning chef and Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine pioneer will open Alan Wong’s at the Honolulu hotel, replacing its signature restaurant, Hōkū’s, in early 2026.
Free events this month recognize the incredible contributions to the community by Native Hawaiians, while also honoring Queen Liliʻuokalani’s birthday and legacy.
