#hawaiian traditions

Native Hawaiian cultural values, traditions are shared during a monthly talk story in Keauhou

“Under the New Moon” brings Native Hawaiian culture and tradition to life every last Tuesday of the month at the Outrigger Resort in Keauhou.

Once a critically threatened cultural practice, Hawaiian hula puppetry making a comeback

While hula is emblematic of Hawai‘i, it is far less known that puppetry is a tradition within the world-famous form of dance.

Kaua‘i hālau to take stage at Merrie Monarch: ‘We’re not performers; we’re storytellers’

In 2022, Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala – led by kumu hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin – took first place in every category in which it competed.