Arts + Culture
How to Celebrate Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
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.
Celebrate Muʻumuʻu Month All January in Hawaiʻi
Don your favorite muʻumuʻu to show appreciation for this beloved attire in the Islands.
Why We Eat Mochi on New Year’s in Hawaiʻi
The soft, chewy traditional Japanese rice cake is a tasty way to celebrate the new year.
Experience a Royal Night at ʻIolani Palace
Celebrate Queen Kapiʻolani’s legacy with exclusive evening tours featuring historic rooms, live performances and commemorative keepsakes.
The Legend of Night Marchers in Hawaiʻi
This spine-tingling tale is rooted in Native Hawaiian history.
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 less about Hawaiʻi and more about dishes anyone can make and enjoy.
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.
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.