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The Turtle and the Shark: A Samoan Legend
Samoan legend tells of a blind woman and her daughter who were seeking food and refuge and their transformation into a turtle and a shark.
Maui creates the Islands of Hawaii – a Hawaiian legend
A quick legend on how Maui made the Hawaiian islands
Red Prawns Legend of Vatulele: Myth, Meaning & Fijian Symbolism
Enjoy this Fijian legend, “The Red Prawns of Vatulele” from the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center leads the way in uncertain times
During this unplanned break, the Polynesian Cultural Center is not sitting back and letting opportunities pass us by. While following the very important social distancing standards established by the Centers of Disease Control (CDC), we are addressing projects that have had to be placed on hold in the past. We are preparing for bigger and better services to you, our ohana.
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Coconut Shrimp with fresh ginger sauce from the Polynesian Cultural Center
Coconut Shrimp – it’s everywhere in Oahu. Restaurants, food trucks, even convenience stores. Yes, it’s THAT delicious! But the most sought after dishes are arguably the three food trucks next to the shrimp ponds just north of the country town of Kahuku. The debate...
In a Word: Ohana means family
An integral part of Hawaiian culture is the care and nurturing of family, or ohana. From ancient times to the present Hawaiians embrace the opportunity of living in the company of aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and yes, even the in-laws.
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame, PCC ties back-story
While standing in front of the classy PFHOF galley during his welcoming remarks for the Jan. 20, 2018, enshrinement ceremony, Alfred Grace, president and CEO of the PCC, said, “This is very much a part of the Polynesian Cultural Center, which was created to preserve and portray the cultures of Polynesia.”
PFHOF enshrines Class of 2018 at PCC
“Polynesians have, without a doubt, had a significant impact on the game of football,” Sikahema said………“Polynesians have, without a doubt, had a significant impact on the game of football,” Vai Sikahema said.
Polynesian football legends: More than ‘warriors’
Warrior heritage helps Polynesian athletes There’s a line of thinking — a good one, it turns out — that modern Polynesians have channeled aspects of their ancient warrior culture and formidable physical prowess into becoming outstanding athletes. Young Polynesians now...
Interesting Things to See on Oahu’s North Shore
The first in our series reviewing interesting sites you may come across as you visit the beautiful north shore on the island of Oahu. In this segment, learn about family camping, wandering chickens, divisions of ahu’puaha and the art of abandoned cars.
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