Participants will engage in activities and discussions focused on genealogy, origin stories and special places that connect us to the natural world.  Attendees will learn a hula kahiko and explore how hula can educate, heal and transform, while restoring cultural identity and pride.

From there, we will head to the Kumulipo Showcase which will take place at dusk on the sacred grounds of ʻIolani Palace. Join us for a powerful and rare cultural experience honoring Queen Liliʻuokalani during the month of her birth. The community will celebrate the Queen’s enduring legacy, including her historic translation of the Kumulipo.  Attendees will experience a rare opportunity to hear the ancient words of the Kumulipo, with five hālau (traditional Hawaiian schools) performing to honor Queen Lili'uokalani and celebrate the enduring legacy of the Kumulipo, the Hawaiian creation chant, which also details the genealogy of Hawaiian royalty. This gathering will be a moving and unforgettable experience.

1:00pm-5:00pm Kaka’ako Waterfront Park - Dancers Unlimited Edible Tales Workshop

5:30pm-9:30pm Iolani Palace - Ka Pā Hula O La`akea Workshop (Bonus experience with Separate Registration)

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