culture Archives - Halekulani Living

Koaloha 'Ukulele: Crafting love into Hawaiian instruments.

Kilin Reece, a luthier on O‘ahu, protects the integrity of Hawai‘i’s beloved stringed instruments.

Mary Mitsuda’s intuitive and freewheeling approach thrives in the juxtaposition of opposites.

In Hawai‘i’s uplands, Okinawan cherry blossoms flourish as a living symbol of the connection between island communities.

Ukwanshin Kabudan reconnects Hawai‘i’s Okinawan community with their homeland through music, dance, and cultural education.

An ikebana sensei and an acclaimed sculptor debut a floral centerpiece in the lobby of Halekulani hotel.

Explore Yvonne Cheng's open-air studio, renowned for powerful Polynesian women depictions.

For island women, Hawaiian gold jewelry is a beloved tradition symbolizing love and cultural legacy.

Hawaiian quilting: artful storytelling, nature's embrace, and mindful craftsmanship.

Silver and neutrals stoke a sense of calm at the homey and refined Charlot House.