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Take the dive and get connected to the deep ocean during ‘Pilina Kai Lipo’ in Hilo
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, and engages the community with the deep ocean by highligthing NOAA Ocean Exploration efforts to further understand what lies beneath the surface of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Don’t miss your chance. Today is the last day.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs to host cultural workshops and more at this year’s Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
From April 3 to 6, OHA will host cultural workshops, panel discussions and a parade float to celebrate mauka to makai connections, honor ʻike kūpuna and the resilience of Native Hawaiian culture.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park earns Excellence in Education Award
The award honors a team for outstanding contributions to education and modeling innovation and adaptation within education program planning, development and implementation.
2nd annual World Ocean Day event in downtown Hilo on June 10
The 2023 theme for World Ocean Day is “Planet Ocean: Tides Are Changing.”
Public testimony ends June 2 for designating Pacific Remote Islands a National Marine Sanctuary
The last day to provide public testimony online about the National Marine Sanctuary designation is Friday.
What’s happening at the Merrie Monarch Festival on Friday?
The second night of competition takes place Friday at the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival with groups performing hula kahiko (ancient hula dances).
What’s happening at the Merrie Monarch Festival on Thursday?
Today, the competition begins at the 60th Merrie Monarch Festival, with 12 candidates vying for Miss Aloha Hula.
Merrie Monarch Week: The ‘unofficial’ events
The action isn’t just at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium and Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium during Merrie Monarch Week on the Big Island. There are several other venues throughout Hilo and East Hawai‘i that will feature hula, music, arts and crafts, Hawaiian cultural events and other entertainment.
Humpback Whale Advisory Council Hilo Meeting
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary will hold an advisory council meeting at the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center next month.
Mokupāpapa Discovery Center to Host Free Public Event
The free family-friendly event will be on Friday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Summer Camps Being Offered at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center
Three summer camps are being offered at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center by the Circle of Life Hilo.
Local Artists Bring Mysteries of Deep Sea to Light
Roughly 90% of the seafloor has never been explored by humans, making it less familiar than the surface of the Moon.
Public Invited for Celebration of ‘Artists at Sea’
The free event will be on Thursday, March 21, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., in Hilo.
Mokupāpapa Discovery Center Open Despite Government Shutdown
Despite the federal government shutdown, the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center (MDC) in Hilo remains open to the public.
Exhibit Features Local Artist Experiences of Science at Sea
The Mokupāpapa Discovery Center in Hilo will display artwork from the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s Artist-at-Sea program.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Hikes & Events, July 2–8
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is inviting everyone to find their park from other locations and experience authentic Hawaiian cultural programs.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, June 26–July 1
HVNP invites everyone to find their park and experience authentic Hawaiian cultural programs, guided hikes, After Dark events and more.
National Park Store Opens in Downtown Hilo
All purchases at the store are tax-free and support Hawai‘i’s national parks.
HVNP Park Rangers Relocate to Downtown Hilo While Park Remains Closed
While most of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park remains closed, Park Rangers are greeting and serving visitors at the Mokupāpapa Discovery Center.
‘Get Into Your Sanctuary’ at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center
The public is invited to NOAA’s Mokupāpapa Discovery Center in Hilo on Saturday for a celebration of the third annual National Get Into Your Sanctuary Day.
