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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.
Iraia Bailey: Language is the essence of culture
“Language is the window that gives you a peek into the world [your ancestors] lived in.”
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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.
Uncle David Hannemann ‘Graduates’ from PCC
The Polynesian Cultural Center honored Tausilinu’u David Hannemann, 92, a Samoan with German heritage, as its first full-time paid employee and most-senior living associate when he retired — again — during a special “graduation” ceremony on December 28, 2017. Four generations of his family, friends and PCC colleagues marked the occasion with Polynesian chanting, gift-giving, memories, praises and, of course, a feast.
Two new VP’s at Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center has recently named two new vice presidents: Jarod Hester, PCC VP of Finance and Chief Finance Officer (CFO); and Tai Vuniwai, PCC VP of Human Resources
Polynesian College and High School Football Players of the Year of 2017 nominees announced
The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame has selected Washington State University Defensive Lineman Hercules Mata’afa as the 2017 recipient of the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award. Also, the PFHoF announces the nominees for the 2017 High School Player of the Year Award.
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