Cultural Exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center: A Tour of the 6 Island Villages
Curious about the cultural exhibits at the Polynesian Cultural Center? Did you know that each island village has a number of exhibitions on how they constructed their homes and the significance of various objects in their culture? Our six island villages of...
Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World
Honoring the cultures of Polynesia The Polynesian Culture Center is impressive. A quick Google search will prove that the Center is well-noticed, deeply popular, and top-rated – and it is no secret why the Center provides an unforgettable family-friendly experience...
Preserving art thru student carvers: Part III of Carvers of Polynesia
Preserving the art of Polynesia In Part 3 of our series on the Carvers of the Polynesian Cultural Center we meet the student carvers – three young men from diverse backgrounds who feel blessed to be members of the team. The senior carvers are dedicated to making...
Māori Legend: How the kiwi bird lost his wings – a story by Alwyn Owen
The national symbol of New Zealand is the Kiwi bird. They are pictured on the country’s postage stamps. New Zealanders call themselves “Kiwis”. The Kiwi fruit is a major horticultural export from New Zealand. The New Zealand dollar is even nicknamed “the...
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