KAHALAOPUNA
About this Event
KAHALAOPUNA Event
Kahalaopuna is a celebrated figure in Hawaiian moʻolelo and the beloved princess of Mānoa Valley. Born to the wind god Kahaukani and the rain goddess Kauakuahine, her extraordinary, radiant beauty was said to bring forth a vibrant rainbow wherever she traveled. Passed down through generations, her journey reflects the intimate relationship between people, place, and the natural world, and still continues to be an important part of Mānoa's cultural identity today.
Come talk story with artist Riley Nakamura as he explores the story of Kahalaopuna through a live mural and moʻolelo. Reflecting Riley’s interpretation of this beloved figure, the work invites conversation about the many ways Kahalaopuna’s story has been remembered, shared, and visualized over time.
WHEN:
Monday, June 15 through Thursday, June 18 (12PM - 3PM)
Friday, June 19 (830AM - 1130 AM ma ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi,
12PM - 3PM)
WHERE:
Mānoa Valley District Park
(baseball field area)
2721 Kaʻaipu Avenue
Honolulu, Oʻahu, HI
Presented by the Mayor's Office of Culture and the Arts, this project is part of an ongoing effort to bring place-based stories into public spaces, creating opportunities for kānaka, residents, and visitors alike to learn about the people, places, and traditions that shape communities across the mokupuni of Oʻahu. Through art, storytelling, and community engagement, this initiative seeks to deepen awareness of ʻike Hawaiʻi while strengthening connections to the unique histories and cultural landscapes of each place.
Free community event & open to all ages! Eventbrite registration requested via QR code or link in bio. Join us to watch the mural take shape, listen to moʻolelo, and connect with the stories and traditions of Mānoa.
Mahalo to our hosts, partners & collaborators:
- Unko Riley Nakamura
- Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts
- Department of Parks and Recreation
- Councilmember Scott Nishimoto
- Commission on Culture and the Arts
- Mānoa Elementary School
- Pūnana Leo o Mānoa
- Ka ʻAumanu
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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