In the basement galleries of ʻIolani Palace, I’m accompanied by six other visitors, all of us pulling on shoe coverings to prevent damage to the palace’s wooden floors and carpets. The subject of this specialty tour at the palace is King Kalākaua, known as the Merrie Monarch for his appreciation of the Hawaiian arts and […]
From rare wildlife and diverse topography to local cuisine and storied traditions, Hawaiʻi’s environment and culture are distinct from any other place in the world. In the U.S., Hawaiʻi is one of just two states with two official languages, in this case, English and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. (South Dakota is the other; Alaska has more than
The camera’s light flashes. White gloved hands shift King Kalakaua’s pipe ever so slightly. Beside us is a room filled with relics, not often seen on display. Having belonged to Hawaii’s kings, queens and noble people, these are no ordinary antiques. Every delicate piece comes with a story, bringing history to life. Take a look
