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Steel Guitar: Origins, Technique & Musical Significance in Polynesia

by Mikaele | Oct 16, 2017 | Cultures of Polynesia, Hawai'i

The steel guitar legacy begins in Laie The Polynesian Cultural Center has a unique connection to the Hawaiian steel guitar: Its inventor was born in Laie, home of the PCC, in 1874. Young Joseph Kekukuupenaokamehamehakanaiaupuni Apuakehau, who shortened his stage name...

Volunteer Michael Theobald remembers pre-1963 PCC opening

by Mikaele | Oct 3, 2017 | News at the Center

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...

Polynesian Cultural Center Review: Through an Aussie’s Eyes

by Guest Blogger | Sep 12, 2017 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Ha: Breath of Life, Hawai'i, Hawai’i Travel Tips, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

As much as we like telling the world about visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center, we LOVE it when we can share the experiences of our guests. Here is a great blog by Helena Kreis, an aspiring travel blogger from Australia (http://www.throughanaussieseyes.com)....

Visit Laie: New website explores Oahu’s north shore treasure!

by Mikaele | Aug 30, 2017 | Hawai'i, News at the Center

With the growing strength of the Hawaii tourism market over the past several years and the recent completion of a new hotel here, a hui or organization of businesses and visitor-related activities in-and-around Laie has come together to support a new destination...

Polynesian Cultural Center pioneer: Patoa Benioni

by Mikaele | Aug 4, 2017 | Cultures of Polynesia, News at the Center, Samoa

With all the attention recently focused on Cook Islanders currently appearing for six weeks at the Polynesian Cultural Center, it seems fitting that we introduce you to Patoa Benioni. The first Cook Islander at the PCC More than 50 years ago, Patoa — who was born in...
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