Arts + Culture
The Cultural Significance to Cliff Jumping in Hawaiʻi
The Islands continue to lure thrill-seekers looking to leap off picturesque—and dangerous—cliffs and rocks.
Dive Deep into the Minds of Hawaiʻi's Freedivers
With nothing but air in their lungs and an indestructible mental fortitude, Hawaiʻi freedivers do what most wouldn't even consider, and grow in the process.
Hawaii’s Oldest and Largest Noncompetitive Hula Celebration Happens This Weekend
Hula halau and cultural practitioners prepare for a weekend of tradition at the 42nd annual Prince Lot Hula Festival.
Here's the Perfect Book for Anyone Fascinated with Hawaii
“Fascinating Facts about Hawaii” hits bookshelves this month with hundreds of interesting tidbits about the Islands.
How Hawaiʻi's Cacao is Making the World Sweeter
Hawaiian cacao crop and its delicious chocolate is capturing the attention of Hawaiʻi’s small farmers, and the appetites of everyone else.
3 Iconic Vintage Hawaiian Aloha Shirts and the Story Behind Them
Here are a few of the most memorable aloha shirts in the history of the garment.
Listen to the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Award-Winning Artists and Songs
Songs you need to hear from the winners of the 2019 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards.
Getting to Know Kauai, One Tree at a Time
Nonprofit group Smart Trees Pacific is mapping trees around Hawaii, resulting in a growing appreciation for these island canopies.
The Complete 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival Winners List
See which hula halau came out on top.
Your Events Guide to the 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival
In a week full of hula and Hawaiian culture, there’s a lot to see and do in Hilo.
How to Watch the 2019 Merrie Monarch Festival
What you need know to watch the Merrie Monarch Festival competition live from your computer or television.
The 5 Best Festivals in Hawai‘i
Our readers’ favorite events in 2019 that showcase the culture, food and entertainment of the islands.
Hawaii Telescopes Helped Capture the First Image of a Black Hole—and It Has a Hawaiian Name
Scientists worked with a UH Hilo professor to name the newly discovered black hole Powehi, a name sourced from the Kumulipo, the Hawaiian creation chant.
