The fern is symbolic of everlasting youth. Many indigenous people believe that the fern represents new life and new beginnings. In Japan, ferns exemplify family and hope for the future. From the Victorian era, the fern embodied trustworthiness and humility. Often called Living Lace, there are approximately 200 species of ferns in Hawai’i. 65% of… Read more »
Category: Hawaiian History
The Sweet Sounds of Paradise – Musicians of Hawai’i Series – Part 2
In today’s blog, we continue with our Hawaiian Musician series. These are the people and legends who have expressed the Hawaiian spirit and soul through music. Our blog features the legendary musician, singer, guitar virtuoso, and songwriter Gabby Pahinui. It is an honor to introduce Gabby to those who have never heard his music and… Read more »
Ali’i Series Pt 2 – Queen Ka’ahumanu – Favorite Wife, Co-Ruler, and Changed the Course of Hawaiian History
In 1768, one of the most influential and important women in modern Hawaiian history was born. This woman came to be known as Queen Ka’ahumanu. A free spirit and a forward thinker, she was born in a tiny cave set into the side of Pu’u Kauiki. This 380′ tall cinder cone hill forms the backdrop… Read more »
The Rich, Colorful, and Vibrant Face of Lāhainā Today – Pt 2
If you have been to Maui, you have been to Lāhainā. Lāhainā has been rich, colorful, and vibrant since it was called Lele in ancient times. The town was chosen as the royal capital in 1820 by King Kamehameha the Great. It remained the capital until 1845. People came from all the islands to do… Read more »
King Kamehameha the Great – The Unification of the Hawaiian Islands
If you have ever visited Hawai’i, you have heard of the legendary King, Kamehameha the Great. He was the one person who was capable of achieving the impossible – uniting the Hawaiian Islands under one rule and one kingdom by 1810. Kamehameha’s vision was much like that of the United States, to form one nation… Read more »
Kama’aina – The Children of the Land. The Hawai’i Kūpuna Series, Part 2
Today, we continue our Kupuna Blog Series. These are the people that are the heart and soul of Hawai’i. They share what truly makes Hawai’i the special place it is. Although you may never know or meet any Kupuna, chances are you have crossed their paths. The person helping you at a store, giving you… Read more »