Huki Is Back: Crafting Costumes for the Long-awaited Return
As the saying goes, “It takes a village to raise a child,” and this couldn’t be truer for the making of the Huki costumes. At the heart of this creative journey is Jesse Allred, the seamstress supervisor at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Despite having no formal...
Understanding the International Date Line
How the International Date Line got all crazy in Polynesia In December of 2011, Samoa and the neighboring island of Tokelau moved the position of the International Date Line, effectively erasing December 31, 2011 from existence. Their purpose was to align the...
Polynesian Christmas Traditions: Meaning, Stories & Cultural Celebrations
There are many traditional holidays specific to the culture and history of Polynesia. However, because Christmas is among the most celebrated holidays on the earth, this holiday is also celebrated by many Polynesian families. As we know, Christmas was introduced by...
Cultural Exhibits at PCC: Highlights, History & Significance
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...
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