He Aupuni Palapala Ko‘u – Mine is a kingdom of literacy
Each year, Kamehameha Schools honors the life and legacy of Kauikeaouli through an ‘aha mele (concert) and by highlighting organizations that uplift the community through education.
This tribute honors the visionary ali‘i who integrated traditional and modern governance, secured international recognition of his kingdom's sovereignty, and aspired for Hawai‘i to become an axis of education and enlightenment. Kamehameha Schools stewards 54 acres of ‘Āina Pauahi at Keauhou Bay, legacy lands bequeathed by founder Ke Ali‘i Bernice Pauahi Bishop.
This year, we are proud to partner with the Daughters of Hawai‘i.
Monday, March 17, 2025
Daughters of Hawai‘i Ho‘okupu
8:30 a.m.
Procession from SeaQuest to Kauikeaouli birth site, Keauhou Bay
Free educational talk story about the legacy of Kauikeaouli at SeaQuest with Historian Boyd Bond, followed by a procession to the birth site.
Daughters of Hawai‘i
Daughters of Hawai‘i
Boyd Bond
Boyd Bond holds a BA in Hawaiian History from the UH Mānoa. His knowledge of Hawaiian history stems from both his academic studies and a lifetime spent gathering oral histories on the different Hawaiian islands.
Friday, March 21, 2025
Panel Discussion
Our shared heritage: Working in the field of historic preservation
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Kaleiopapa Convention Center
Kainoa Daines
Senior Director of Destination Education for the Hawai‘i Visitors & Convention Bureau.
Kamana Beamer
Professor and Director of Kamakakūokalani Center for Hawaiian Studies at the UH Mānoa, as well as the inaugural Dana Naone Hall Endowed Chair.
Kolby Akamu Moser
Native Hawaiian Filmmaker, Business Owner, Podcast Host and mom.
Shane Akoni Palacat-Nelsen
Works for OHA (Office of Hawaiian Affairs) and proudly serves as the President of Nā Hoaaloha o Ka Pua No Hōnaunau.
Ulalia Woodside Lee
In her professional career and as Kumu Hula, Ulalia Woodside Lee is dedicated to the thriving lands, seas, people and culture of Hawaiʻi.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Keauhou Bay Management Plan
2:00 p.m.
Kaleiopapa Convention Center
Hosted by Marissa Harman, Kamehameha Schools Director of Planning and Development.
Followed by a walking tour of Keauhou Bay.
Born and raised in Kalihi-Palama on the island of O‘ahu, Brother Noland is an impactful player and respected artist in Hawai‘i's music scene. His signature contemporary style infuses traditional Hawaiian music with Reggae, Jazz, and Blues sounds, filling the airwaves with original compositions for over 40 years that have become local classics and island treasures, such as “Coconut Girl” and “Are You Native”.
Kamakakēhau Fernandez
Po‘okela Wood
Kumu Hula Keala Ching and Hālau Nā Wai Iwi Ola
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Interested in learning more about wahi pana in West Hawai‘i? Take a virtual huaka‘i to Kahalu‘u Ma Kai and Makalawena.
Check out our Waihona collection for additional resources to learn more about Kauikeaouli as well as wahi pana in the area near the celebration.
