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29th Annual Moanikeala coming Sept. 2-7, 2019
Come join us on September 3 – 7, 2019 for the 29th Annual Monaikeala Hula Festival for a week-long celebration, to perpetuate Hawaii’s Culture, Language, Art, and Practices through workshops, concerts and activities dedicated to the memory of Aunty Sally Moanikeala Woods.
Why Mauna Kea protectors are supported by PCC
Our visitors wonder what the Ku Kia’i Mauna demonstrations on Mauna Kea are about and what the Polynesian Cultural Center’s position is on this issue.
5 ways to keep cool at the Polynesian Cultural Center
There’s no reason to let the high temperatures stop you from making the most of your visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) and the opportunity to explore the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands. Here are five tips to beat the heat while on your trip to one of Hawai’i’s most popular attractions.
Tongan proverbs shows family devotion
Fakatu’amelie ki he ‘ete taonga ‘oku tautau i he fu’u telie.
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Bure Kalou, the Fijian Spirit House
A Bure Kalou, is a Fijian house of worship, or temple from pre-Christian times. This full-scale replica in the Fiji village at The Polynesian Cultural Center on the island of Oahu, Hawaii is the only Bure Kalou outside of Fiji.
A master’s touch: Restoring the traditional art of Polynesian navigation
Master Carver and Polynesian navigator Kawika Eskeran describes the navigational skills utilized in ancient Polynesian wayfinding to guide sailing ships by the stars.
Hotels on the North Shore: The other side of heaven in Oahu
Your days of dreaming are over. You have finally booked your dream trip to Oahu! Now you need to decide where you are going to stay. Honolulu has thousands of hotels, but if you’ve dreamt of being in a quieter spot that is a closer match to a real island paradise,...
Orgills report on Latter-day Saint mission presidency
“You have never left our hearts and our thoughts. It was a very powerful thing for us to remember that the Polynesian Cultural Center was called a place of miracles from the very beginning… That’s because of the special people who are here and the work you do. We want you to know that we love you. The feelings of gratitude we have are beyond my abilities to describe.”
The Polynesian Cultural Center legacy is all about Ohana (family)
Polynesian Cultural Center 'ohana [family] Hawaii is famous for its aloha spirit. Many experience the genuine warmth of the local people, to the extent they begin to feel like ‘ohana — family. That definitely happens a lot at the Polynesian Cultural Center. But what...
Pani Popo – Try this sticky, gooey Samoan treat
Pani Popo, or coconut buns, comes from Samoa and is made from yeast bread and sweetened coconut milk. Many people find it tastes more like glazed donuts, and with basic adjustments, such as substituting grapeseed or coconut oil for the butter, you can make a delicious treat that is dairy-free, while using coconut flour will make it gluten free. This is a very easy-to-modify dish, no matter what the dietary restrictions. LOOK! Our recipe comes with an instructional video!
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