Exhibits Archives - Lāna'i Culture & Heritage Center

December 4, 2024
Changing Landscapes on Lāna‘i
Changing Landscapes on Lāna‘i
December 4, 2024
Plantation Life on Lāna‘i
Plantation Life on Lāna‘i

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Hurricane season continues for a few more weeks. Nature reminds us to stay ready—and to remember the stories of those who came before us. After a powerful storm in 1959, the people of Lānaʻi came together with purpose and perseverance to protect their island home. From that effort, Mānele Small Boat Harbor was born—not just as a harbor, but as a symbol of what can happen when a community stands united. This harbor holds more than water—it holds memories. ⁠
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Want to learn more about Lānaʻi's history? Click the link in our bio.

During the plantation days, Lānaʻi City Band was more than just music as it brought the community together through songs. Their music lifted spirits, celebrated life and strengthened the bond of community, connection and hometown pride.⁠
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Want to learn more? Click the link In bio to find out more about Lānaʻi's history.

Lānaʻi, the sixth largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago. Long ago, Lānaʻi was once a part of Maui, Molokaʻi and Kahoʻolawe - connected by low-lying land bridges, all part of a shared ʻohana formed from the same volcanic heart. All were born of a single volcano some 1.5 million years ago, rising from the ocean to become a home for life and legends of lava-strewn landscapes, windswept ridges and storied shorelines. We’re all connected.⁠
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Interested in learning more? Click the link in our bio to read about more of Lānaʻi's history.

Kānepuʻu Preserve flourishes as a living treasure of Lāna‘i and one of Hawai‘i’s last remaining dryland forests. We give thanks to The Nature Conservancy and KS Kaiāulu for its support of this intiative. More than 50 volunteers helped last Saturday to help nurture and protect this special place.

Ka Lanakila Church in historic Keōmoku Village was once the heart of a thriving community. This is now the last wooden structure standing. Built in 1903 by Hawaiian families and restored with care, this church stands in memory of a community that is not forgotten on Lāna‘i.

Stop by our museum to get one of these and support a great cause. Every purchase helps preserve the history, traditions and stories of Lāna‘i through our community-based programs. We’re open Monday through Friday from 11 am to 3 pm. All sales are in person only — sorry, we don’t ship. ⁠
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Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

Hurricane season continues for a few more weeks. Nature reminds us to stay ready—and to remember the stories of those who came before us. After a powerful storm in 1959, the people of Lānaʻi came together with purpose and perseverance to protect their island home. From that effort, Mānele Small Boat Harbor was born—not just as a harbor, but as a symbol of what can happen when a community stands united. This harbor holds more than water—it holds memories. ⁠
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Want to learn more about Lānaʻi's history? Click the link in our bio.

During the plantation days, Lānaʻi City Band was more than just music as it brought the community together through songs. Their music lifted spirits, celebrated life and strengthened the bond of community, connection and hometown pride.⁠
⁠
Want to learn more? Click the link In bio to find out more about Lānaʻi's history.

Lānaʻi, the sixth largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago. Long ago, Lānaʻi was once a part of Maui, Molokaʻi and Kahoʻolawe - connected by low-lying land bridges, all part of a shared ʻohana formed from the same volcanic heart. All were born of a single volcano some 1.5 million years ago, rising from the ocean to become a home for life and legends of lava-strewn landscapes, windswept ridges and storied shorelines. We’re all connected.⁠
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Interested in learning more? Click the link in our bio to read about more of Lānaʻi's history.

Kānepuʻu Preserve flourishes as a living treasure of Lāna‘i and one of Hawai‘i’s last remaining dryland forests. We give thanks to The Nature Conservancy and KS Kaiāulu for its support of this intiative. More than 50 volunteers helped last Saturday to help nurture and protect this special place.

Ka Lanakila Church in historic Keōmoku Village was once the heart of a thriving community. This is now the last wooden structure standing. Built in 1903 by Hawaiian families and restored with care, this church stands in memory of a community that is not forgotten on Lāna‘i.

Stop by our museum to get one of these and support a great cause. Every purchase helps preserve the history, traditions and stories of Lāna‘i through our community-based programs. We’re open Monday through Friday from 11 am to 3 pm. All sales are in person only — sorry, we don’t ship. ⁠
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Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

Makahiki season begins soon and is celebrated with recreation, sports and fun games like this one. On display here is the game Kōnane, which has been enjoyed for centuries. It resembles checkers but carries deeper cultural significance. ⁠
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Want to learn more about the Makahiki season? Visit our museum. We’re open Monday through Friday 11 am to 3 pm.

Join us for Arbor Day at Kānepuʻu, presented in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy @nature_hi_pal on Saturday, November 1 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Volunteers will help restore new areas of the native dryland forest.⁠
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Participants will be eligible to receive native plants from the Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center garden (while supplies last).⁠
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Mahalo to KS Kaiāulu for supporting this.⁠
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Tap our bio link to sign up.

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