Polynesian Cultural Center Blog

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Tongan Feast For Christmas

2025-12-16
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Wayfinding: A Romantic Lifestyle? The Reality of a Wayfinder’s Life

2025-10-15
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A First-Timer’s Guide to Hawaii’s Most Authentic Lūʻau

2025-09-23
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Hawai'i Travel Tips

More Than a Lūʻau Awaits You at the Polynesian Cultural Center

2025-09-16
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Lā‛ie: The Little Haven

2025-08-19
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Kalo (Taro): The Root of Hawaiian Culture

2025-08-01
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Your Guide to a Multi-Day Adventure at the Polynesian Cultural Center

2025-06-12
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Hawai'i Travel Tips

The Polynesian Cultural Center Is: One Ohana, Sharing Aloha

2025-05-02
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Tiare Flower Legend of Tahiti: Myth, Meaning & Polynesian Symbolism

2025-05-01
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Learning to twirl the poi ball in Aotearoa

Polynesian Symbolism at PCC: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Insights

2025-04-17
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Onipaʻa: Meaning, History & Cultural Legacy of Hawaiian Sovereignty

2025-03-07
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Awards to Polynesian Cultural Center

2024-11-17
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The Return Of “Huki: A Canoe Celebration”

2024-10-14
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Hukilau Store at Old Lāʻie Bay

2024-09-05
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A Historic Celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Polynesian Cultural Center

2023-10-23
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Sharing Loloma in the Fiji Village

2023-10-06
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Discover the Māori Legend of Rātā and the Enchanted Tree

2023-07-14
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We Are Samoa 2023: Event Highlights, Cultural Performances & Traditions

2023-05-16
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Samoan Language: Proverbs for Family and Community

2023-04-28
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Māori Culture in Act 3 of HĀ: Breath of Life

2023-04-17
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The Aloha Spirit of Hawaiʻi is a Way of Life

2023-04-10
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Māori performer at the Polynesian Cultural Center speaking to guests.

Māori Language: Origins, Meaning & Cultural Legacy

2023-03-18
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Hawaiian Words and Their Meanings

2023-02-14
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Hawaiian Culture Act 2 of HĀ: Breath of Life

2023-02-09
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A Lūʻau History: Keeping Tradition Alive in Hawaiʻi

2023-01-10
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Understanding the International Date Line

Nina Jones
2022-12-27
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Christmas Traditions of Polynesia

2022-12-11
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Cultural Exhibits at PCC: Highlights, History & Significance

2022-10-18
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Three women performing a graceful hula.

Mahalo Ve: One Love, One Gratitude: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Spirit

2022-05-06
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Historic Moments in Lāʻie: 5 Key Events & Cultural Significance

2022-04-12
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Preserving Polynesian Cultures in a Commercial World

2022-03-10
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Wahine Surfers of Hawaiʻi: History, Achievements & Cultural Impact

2021-07-17
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Kamehameha the Great: Success Through Innovation and Opportunity

2021-06-11
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Red Prawns Legend of Vatulele: Myth, Meaning & Fijian Symbolism

2021-04-06
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Shaka: The Iconic Hawaiian Gesture and Its Meaning

2020-10-02
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Honoring Hamana Kalili – father of the Shaka

2020-10-02
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Carvers of Polynesia: Fulfilling the Center’s Mission

2020-09-09
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The Tongan Legend of ʻAhoʻeitu

2020-05-02
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The Māori Legend of How the Kiwi Lost Its Wings

2020-05-01
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The Turtle and the Shark: A Samoan Legend

2020-04-18
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Māui Creates the Hawaiian Islands

2020-04-09
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Kalo & Poi Making with Lono Logan: Tradition, Process & Cultural Meaning

2019-11-26
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Tongan Proverbs: Wisdom, Stories & Cultural Significance

2019-07-14
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Hands on warrior training in Aotearoa

Whare Tupuna: Symbolism, Origins & Cultural Significance

2019-06-20
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Hawaiʻi Students Keep Samoan Traditions Alive

2019-05-30
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A One of a Kind Hands on Polynesian Cooking Experience

2019-05-28
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Samoan Family Traditions: The Sacred Duty of Brothers in Samoa

2019-04-23
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Polynesian Carving: Techniques, Stories & Cultural Knowledge

2019-03-13
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13 Kids’ Activities for the Whole Family in Hawaii

2019-02-28
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Fijian Coconut Oil Demonstration: Process, Tradition & Cultural Significance

2018-09-19
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Choosing a Ukulele? Here’s What You Need to Know

2018-07-24
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Huilua Fishpond in Kahana Bay: Explore the beauty and history of ancient Hawaii fishing practices

2018-03-27
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In a Word: ʻOhana Means Family

2018-02-08
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Bure Kalou: Fijian Spirit House: History, Meaning & Cultural Role

2017-12-28
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A Master’s Touch: Restoring the Traditional Art of Polynesian Navigation

2017-12-25
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Canoe Pushing 101 At The PCC

2017-10-31
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The Village Approach: Māori Child Rearing

2017-08-11
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Fire Knives vs. Batons: History, Skills & Cultural Significance

2017-07-03
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Moai of Easter Island: Origins, Meaning & Cultural Symbolism

2017-06-12
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Toa O Samoa: Samoans in the Armed Forces

2017-05-05
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PCC Hawaii Village Native Plant Displays: Species, Stories & Significance

2017-02-18
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PART III – Pearl Harbor and WWII Histories from La’ie: Mixing It Up in La’ie

2016-11-27
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Hula Dancers Today: Preserving Tradition with Grass Skirts

2016-11-20
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PART II – Pearl Harbor and WWII Histories from Lāʻie: The Military Takes Charge

2016-11-10
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PART I – Pearl Harbor and WWII Histories from La’ie: Finding Refuge From the Storm of December 7, 1941

2016-11-01
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Tongan Funerals & Weddings: Traditions, Meaning & Family Unity

2016-09-21
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Fijians Share Several Unique Cultural Aspects with Hawaiians

2016-09-01
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In New Zealand, We Swing It!

2016-08-15
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Coconut Oil Helps Olympian to Shine Brightly

2016-08-12
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Wedding Ceremonies at Ancient Marae Temples of Tahiti

2016-07-14
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Samoan Gardening: Traditional Methods, Crops & Cultural Practices

2016-05-05
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Loko’i’a: Hawaiian Aquaculture

2016-03-30
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Polynesian Royalty: History, Traditions & Cultural Legacy

2016-03-30
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A King’s Canoe: History, Meaning & Cultural Significance in Polynesia

2016-03-30
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Hongi Greeting: Meaning, Origins & Cultural Significance in Polynesia

2016-03-25
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Understanding Tongan Society: Culture, Traditions, and Heritage

2016-03-21
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Tongan Lashing: Skills, Tradition & Cultural Significance at PCC

2016-02-26
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Laughing To the Beat: Tongan Drumming

2016-02-26
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The Beauty of Polynesia: Exploring Island Culture and Scenic Wonders

2016-02-20
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Welcome To Fiji

2015-10-25
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Meke: Traditional Fijian Dance: History, Meaning & Cultural Significance

2015-10-14
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Coconut Tree Climbing – Samoan Style

2015-09-22
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Life in a Samoan Village: Traditions, Culture & Community Spirit

2015-09-17
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Explore Authentic Polynesian Food in Hawaii

2015-07-29
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All Hawaii Honors King Kamehameha Each June 11

2015-06-15
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Men Do All the Cooking: Cultural Traditions & Stories from Polynesia

2015-05-07
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Fire Walkers Are Hot

2015-04-02
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Seamus Fitzgerald with the male performers of the Māori village.

Māoritanga — The Māori Way of Life

2015-03-11
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The Meaning and History of the Haka

2015-02-02
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Hula Dance History in the Hawaiian Village

2015-01-24
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Tahiti E Ia Ora Na: Greeting, Meaning & Cultural Context

2014-12-04
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Tonga’s Noble Heritage: History, Meaning & Cultural Pride

2014-11-20
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Traditional Tongan Wedding, Courtship & Marriage

2014-11-09
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Like the Māori: Thin the Veil Between You and Your Ancestors

2014-08-29
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Tā Moko: The Art of Māori Tattooing

2014-08-18
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The Meaning and History of the Haka

2014-08-02
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Tahitian Black Pearl: Origins, History & Cultural Symbolism

2014-07-17
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Dance Tahiti!

2014-06-25
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Tongan Father’s Day Tradition in Hawaii

2014-06-06
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Jonah Kūhiō: Prince of the People

2014-03-04
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Afatasi

2013-11-24
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Fijian Hairstyle Traditions: Crowning a Legacy of Identity Through Generations

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Celebrating Fakapale Style: Tongan Cultural Traditions and Festivities

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