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Center honors 60th anniversary “Living Treasures”
The Polynesian Cultural Center presented 14 “living treasures” and eight “exemplary service” awards during a special 60th anniversary event on August 9, 2023. The recipients were also provided a magnificent banquet in The Gateway Buffet facility. President and CEO P. Alfred Grace and Vice President of Cultural Presentations Tagaloataoa Delsa Atoa Moe praised the award recipients
Tailevu USA supports Fiji in a big way at event on Kakela Beach, O‘ahu
Tailevu USA, the non-profit organization to help students from the Tailevu Province of Fiji, held a large scale fundraising event here on the North Shore of Oahu filled with culture, tradition and generosity.
Hawaii Hospitality Hall of Fame inducts David O. McKay
Pres. David O. McKay has been honored for his support of the beautiful community of Laie and his vision of the impact of BYU-H and the Polynesian Cultural Center by the Hawaii Hospitality Hall of Fame.
Blaine and Cynthia Jacobson Return to the Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center is pleased to welcome Blaine and Cynthia Jacobson. Blaine worked in Administration in the early 2000s. Now that they are retired, they are returning to the Center to serve as volunteers. Learn more about their upcoming assignment.
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Lāʻie Tram Tour: Route, History & Cultural Highlights
One of the many activities available at the Polynesian Cultural Center is the free Lāʻie Tram Tour. This 40-minute tour takes interested guests through the BYU-Hawaiʻi campus, the tiny country town of Lāʻie, and a brief stop at the historic 1919 Lāʻie Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Māori Culture: Act 3 of HĀ: Breath of Life
Kia Ora! In Act 3 of the popular evening show, HĀ: Breath of Life, we are introduced to the beautiful and powerful Māori culture of Aotearoa (New Zealand). The emphasis of this section is on Mana (the main character) being nurtured and trained by his family and community. We see his transition from child to man, setting the stage for a future filled with honor, skill, courage and love.
The Aloha Spirit of Hawai`i is a Way of Life
Guest Blogger Makaiah Gorhman, a BYU-Hawaii student, reflects on how the spirit of Aloha is reflected through the simple things of life.
30th Annual World Fireknife Championship tickets now available!
The Polynesian Cultural Center is proud to announce the 30th Annual World Fireknife Championship on May 3, 10, and 11, 2023 with the celebration “We are Samoa” scheduled for May 6. Competitors from around the world come to compete in this epic competition. Categories include not just adults. Our Junior and Intermediate competitors also have their chance to be crowned the best in their age groups.
Māori Language: Origins, Meaning & Cultural Legacy
This week’s blog honors the beautiful Māori language. Originally shared with staff and volunteers at the Polynesian Cultural Center in the Fall of 2022, these historic quotes from revered Māori leaders were compiled by Tainui Johnston, who is fulfilliing his Academic Training requirements at the Islands of Aotearoa at the Center. We are honored to share his tribute with our readers.
Traditional Māori Boil Up Recipe
“Growing up, our Boil-ups mainly consisted of pork bones, bacon bones (cheap but heaps of meat on the bones), mutton or whatever other meat was on Special, Watercress and Puha (Sow Thistles … which aren’t actually thistles.) Mum often added silverbeet, turnip tops or spinach to make it go further. We loved all variations of Mum’s Boil-up. During all my pregnancies I craved Mum’s Boil-up. They comforted me, made me happy, and for some reason they were extra reka (sweet/delicious).”
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