Maui creates the Islands of Hawaii – a Hawaiian legend
Read all about Maui, one of the most recognized demi-gods throughout the cultures of Polynesia. This is because his tales traveled with the early Polynesian explorers as they moved from island nation to island nation. We at the Polynesian Cultural Center hope you...
The Red Prawns of Vatulele – a Fijian legend
The following legend has numerous versions. We took ours from the former Island Manager of the Fiji Village at the Polynesian Cultural Center, Inoke Suguturaga. There is an ancient story about the beautiful daughter of a chief. Her name, Yalewan-ni-Cagi-Bula, means...
The Polynesian Cultural Center leads the way in uncertain times
NOTICE: In an effort to control the spread of COVID-19, the State of Hawaii has issued a mandate requiring that all non-essential workers shelter-at-home effective March 24 through April 30, 2020. Due to this action, we have had to close the student filled positions...
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