{"id":173940,"date":"2026-03-24T23:28:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T23:28:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/173940\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T23:28:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T23:28:26","slug":"the-prince-kuhio-maui-ho%ca%bbolaule%ca%bba-returns-to-queen-ka%ca%bbahumanu-center-march-27-maui-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/173940\/","title":{"rendered":"The Prince K\u016bhi\u014d Maui Ho\u02bbolaule\u02bba returns to Queen Ka\u02bbahumanu Center, March 27\u00a0 : Maui Now"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-23-at-4.15.14-PM-1024x659.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-520599\"\/>Prince K\u016bhi\u014d Maui Ho\u02bbolaule\u02bba at Queen Ka\u02bbahumanu Center. PC: courtesy<\/p>\n<p>Queen Ka\u02bbahumanu Center invites the community to celebrate Prince Jonah K\u016bhi\u014d Kalaniana\u02bbole at the Prince K\u016bhi\u014d Maui Ho\u02bbolaule\u02bba on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. <\/p>\n<p>In partnership with the County of Maui \u2013 Office of Economic Development, Hawai\u02bbi Tourism Authority, KPOA 93.5FM, Central Maui and Lahaina Hawaiian Civic Club, and Pacific Media Group, this free, family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, cultural experiences, and opportunities to connect with local organizations.<\/p>\n<p>Known as the \u201cPeople\u2019s Prince,\u201d Prince Jonah K\u016bhi\u014d Kalaniana\u02bbole was a member of the Hawaiian royal family who dedicated his life to serving the l\u0101hui. Born on March 26, 1871, he represented Hawai\u02bbi as a delegate to the US Congress and played a key role in establishing the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act. He also helped restore the Royal Order of Kamehameha I, supported the development of critical infrastructure, and advocated for the creation of Hawai\u02bbi\u2019s national parks.<\/p>\n<p>ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW AD<\/p>\n<p>Throughout the evening, guests can explore a range of cultural experiences, from interactive exhibits and hands-on keiki activities to live Hawaiian music and hula. The program features Maui-based talent including Namaka Pau\u02bbole, the 2025 Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha\u02bbiha\u02bbi Falsetto Champion, K\u016bikawa as they celebrate 10 years of music, and Kainani Kahaunaele, performing with H\u0101lau O Ka Hanu Lehua under the direction of Kamaka Kukona. The evening will be hosted by Cody Pueo Pata, a Kumu Hula, cultural educator, entertainer, and musician.<\/p>\n<p>Attendees will also have the opportunity to talk story with local organizations such as Maui Forest Bird Recovery, Waihe\u02bbe Limu Restoration, Maui Grown 808 LLP, Ka\u02bbehu, and others, offering a chance to connect more deeply with the work happening across Maui.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPrince K\u016bhi\u014d\u2019s legacy continues to create opportunities for our community today,\u201d said Kauwela, General Manager of Queen Ka\u02bbahumanu Center. \u201cCreating a space to uplift our culture is part of our shared kuleana to carry his legacy and the stories of our l\u0101hui forward.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Prince K\u016bhi\u014d Maui Ho\u02bbolaule\u02bba at Queen Ka\u02bbahumanu Center. 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