Hawaiian Deities and Mythology Hawaiian mythology is a deeply spiritual, polytheistic belief system that honors many sacred gods and goddesses, ancestral guardian spirits, and natural forces. Once inherited from Polynesian voyagers, these myths and legends have...
When people think of Hawaiʻi, their minds often go to the stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, volcanic islands, and delicious Hawaiian cuisine. However another tradition, Hawaiian textile culture, carries an immense and rich history surrounding Hawaiian identity,...
Besides just producing beautiful music, the instruments in a lūʻau represent the cultural roots and legacy of Hawaiʻi. A lūʻau would not be possible without music. A variety of instruments are used to create the lifeblood of the lūʻau. These instruments include the...
The Sacred Art of Lei Making If you have ever had the pleasure of exploring the fascinating islands of Hawaiʻi, then you have more than likely been gifted, or at least heard of Hawaiian lei. Lei making is an incredibly important tradition in Hawaiian culture, a craft...