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An In-Depth Overview of Old-Time Hawaiian History, Culture, Arts & Crafts Presentation

Cultural Teaching In Both Hawai'i and The Mainland

Dr Ka'imiloa sharing his mana'o on Old-Time Hawaiian and Polynesian Lifestyle

Dr. Ka'imiloa

News Release Date: March 31, 2023

Contact: PUHE Staff, 808-882-7218

Pu‘ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site News Release
Contact: Kawailehua Domingo, 808-882-7218 ext.1004, [e-mail] March 31, 2023

An In-Depth Overview of Old-Time Hawaiian History, Culture, Arts & Crafts Presentation

Kawaihae, Hawai‘i —Pu‘ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site is pleased to announce that B. Kaʻimiloa Chrisman, M.D., a Hawaiian-Culture Speaker and Teacher will be giving a talk on Saturday, April 8, 2023. The talk will be held at the parks Visitor Center, from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.. This event is open to the public and light refreshments will be served.

B. Kaʻimiloa Chrisman., M.D., has done a great deal of cultural teaching in both Hawaiʻi and the Mainland for over 40 years. He is a recognized scholar on many Hawaiian and Polynesian cultural topics. Amongst a broad range of knowledge and skills, he is best known for resurrecting the lost art of Ipu Pāwehe, Hawaii's unique decorated gourds.

The presentation will include a detailed review of Hawaiʻi history and culture from a Hawaiian perspective. This free public event is made possible through the cooperation of the Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association.

The stone heiau at Kawaihae is one of the last major sacred structures built in Hawai‘i before outside influences altered ancient Hawaiian life permanently. Constructed in 1790-1791 by Kamehameha I, it ultimately led to his unification of the Hawaiian Islands and its people by 1810. If you would like additional information about this event or other upcoming events, please contact park staff at 882- 7218 Ext. 1011, visit the park website at www.nps.gov/puhe, or view the social media page @puukoholaheiaunhs.

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