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2019 Moanikeala Hula Festival – a week of celebration and learning
The Polynesian Cultural Center Hawaiian Village celebrated the week-long 29th annual Moanikeala Hula Festival in honor of its first “kumu” (hula teacher).
Bobby Akoi, PCC’s host for kings and queens, retires
“Mr. Aloha” Bobby Akoi retires after 42 years. Akoi has hosted thousands of VIPs at the Polynesian Cultural Center since opening in 1963.
29th Annual Moanikeala coming Sept. 2-7, 2019
Come join us on September 3 – 7, 2019 for the 29th Annual Monaikeala Hula Festival for a week-long celebration, to perpetuate Hawaii’s Culture, Language, Art, and Practices through workshops, concerts and activities dedicated to the memory of Aunty Sally Moanikeala Woods.
Why Mauna Kea protectors are supported by PCC
Our visitors wonder what the Ku Kia’i Mauna demonstrations on Mauna Kea are about and what the Polynesian Cultural Center’s position is on this issue.
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Volunteer Michael Theobald remembers pre-1963 PCC opening
Elder Michael and Sister Shauna Theobald have recently completed 13 months as senior training missionaries at the Polynesian Cultural Center and returned to their home in Orem, Utah. While volunteering here this time, they conducted leadership training for full-time...
Mango ʻOtai: Traditional Tongan Fruit Drink Recipe
Previously we shared the traditional Watermelon Otai recipe. This time around the Polynesian Cultural Center is excited to share its close relative, Mango Otai which is both refreshing and delicious! It is a favorite on Oahu, and is sure to be a favorite of yours!
Polynesian Cultural Center Review: Through an Aussie’s Eyes
Here is a great blog by a recent visitor from Australia, Helena Kreis, an aspiring travel blogger. Thanks, Kris! We know your experience will help others looking at coming to The Polynesian Cultural Center.
PCC Pioneer Cy Bridges Receives Chanter Award
The Moanalua Gardens Foundation, which sponsors the annual Prince Lot Hula Festival, presented widely respected Hawaiian culture expert and Polynesian Cultural Center retiree Cy Bridges with its inaugural Nāmakahelu Oli master chanter’s award at the Iolani Palace bandstand in Honolulu on July 16, 2017, during its 40th anniversary event.
Visit Laie: New website explores Oahu’s north shore treasure!
Visitlaie.com — a new website about Laie, home of the Polynesian Cultural Center — consolidates visitor information in one convenient place.
The Village Approach: Māori Child Rearing
Maori culture is built upon the premise that…“Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari, he toa takitini” (“my achievements are not of myself, but because of the many”.) Māori culture personifies the belief that “it takes a village to raise a child”.
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