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Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

by Connor Hansen | Mar 10, 2022 | Aotearoa, Cultures of Polynesia, Fiji, Ha: Breath of Life, Hawai'i, Samoa, Tahiti, Tonga, Villages

Honoring the cultures of Polynesia  The Polynesian Culture Center is impressive. A quick Google search will prove that the Center is well-noticed, deeply popular, and top-rated – and it is no secret why the Center provides an unforgettable family-friendly experience...
The 28th World Fireknife Championship is On!

The 28th World Fireknife Championship is On!

by Nina Jones | Apr 5, 2021 | News at the Center, Samoa

“We are honored to announce the return of the most elite Fireknife competition in the world! Like our mighty coconut trees, the storms may bend us, but we will not be broken! ” Steve Laulu, Islands Director at the Polynesian Cultural Center and co-host of the 2021...
Hawai’i students keep Samoan traditions alive

Hawai’i students keep Samoan traditions alive

by Mikaele | May 31, 2019 | Cultures of Polynesia, Samoa

  ‘We Are Samoa’  Hundreds of Hawai’i high school students practiced for months to learn traditional Samoan customs, songs, dances and household chores so they could share them with several thousand parents and fans on Saturday, May 11, 2019,...
2019 Fireknife: Women, junior, and intermediate winners

2019 Fireknife: Women, junior, and intermediate winners

by Mikaele | May 31, 2019 | News at the Center

Along with the men’s championship, the Polynesian Cultural Center’s annual World Fireknife Championships includes three other divisions of competition — the women’s open, juniors (ages 6-11), and intermediates (ages 12-17), were held in conjunction with the We...
Penesa wins 2019 World Fireknife Championship title

Penesa wins 2019 World Fireknife Championship title

by Mikaele | May 31, 2019 | Cultures of Polynesia, News at the Center, Samoa

A panel of judges selected Falaniko Penesa of Puipa’a, Upolu, Samoa, as the 2019 World Fireknife champion. The finalists competed on May 11 during a sold-out performance of the Polynesian Cultural Center’s famous HA: Breath of Life evening show. Three former PCC...
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