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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...
Tongan Culture Ha Breath of Life: Meaning, Myth & Tradition

Tongan Culture Ha Breath of Life: Meaning, Myth & Tradition

by Charlebois Harley | Jan 25, 2022 | Cultures of Polynesia, Tonga

Welcome to “Tongan Culture” Part I of our blog series, “HĀ: Breath of Life”, an in-depth look into the cultures of Polynesia. Each post will review one of the six Pacific Islands highlighted in the Polynesian Cultural Center’s award-winning evening...
Carvers of Polynesia: Fulfilling the Center’s Mission

Carvers of Polynesia: Fulfilling the Center’s Mission

by Nina Jones | Sep 10, 2020 | Cultures of Polynesia

We are pleased to present Fulfilling the Center’s Mission – Part II of our interview with Raymond Mokiao who shares some interesting insights regarding our remarkably talented Polynesian Cultural Center carvers.  Perpetuating the arts and crafts of...
The Tongan Legend of ʻAhoʻeitu

The Tongan Legend of ʻAhoʻeitu

by Nina Jones | May 2, 2020 | Cultures of Polynesia, Kid Friendly, Tonga

We are pleased to present the, an ancient tale of a half human/half god who travels to his father’s exalted kingdom to find his family. This story, filled with drama and lessons learned, is from the Islands of Tonga There once was a god in the sky named Tangaloa...

Tongan Proverbs: Wisdom, Stories & Cultural Significance

by Mikaele | Jul 15, 2019 | Cultures of Polynesia, Tonga

Throughout history people all over the world have used proverbs — a general statement of truth or advice drawn from observations of surroundings or actions. For example, one of the best-known English-language proverbs, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” means...
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