Join us at Moali’i, the oceanfront home of the Old Lahaina Luau, for a special morning celebrating the rich host culture of the Hawaiian Islands . Experience a glimpse into the history and traditions of Kanaka Maoli or Native Hawaiian. Ho’omana’o (ho-oh-ma-na-o), meaning, “to remember”, is an opportunity to have an encounter with the ingenuity and resourcefulness of an ancient culture that thrived on the most isolated islands on earth. Gain knowledge that few have a chance to discover and expand your experience in the Islands with the language, traditions, and relationship between Kanaka Maoli, their environment, and the Gods they worshipped.
 
Aina Kakahiaka
Feast on a Hawaiian style breakfast buffet, created by Executive Chef Lyndon Honda.
 
Na Kulana (Stations)
Experience 3 kulana or Hawaiian stations; Hula, Hawaiian Warfare and the Ahupua’a (land division). Within each kulana, guests will discover the fascinating history of early Hawaii ; see demonstrations and interact with our hosts. Each kulana session will be presented 3 times throughout the morning, with the sound of the Pu or conch shell announcing the start of each kulana.
 
Hula Kulana – Learn the history of Hula. See Hula demonstrations. Learn to use Hawaiian Implements.
The performance of ancient chants and hula evolved from religious ceremonies. Through time, Hula was not only done for serious reasons but for entertainment. When the Hawaiian Monarchy converted to Christianity, the Hula was banned. In 1883, King David Kalakaua approved a revival of the hula. Today, the Hula is at the forefront the Hawaiian Renaissance.

Hawaiian Warfare Kulana – Discover the role of Warfare in Hawaiian history. You may participate in a training practice of the Ho’o Koa (Warrior) and Koa Wahine (Brave Woman) with Hawaiian spear throwing.

In early Hawaii , the Hawaiians did not believe in owning land. Their belief was that the land belonged to their Gods. The Ali’i or Chiefs were direct descendants of these Gods giving Chiefs the power to govern the land and people. War and battle gave them the opportunity to move up the hierarchy, and increase their mana or spiritual power. Be introduced to Hawaiian war protocol and see weapons used in battle.

The Ahupua’a Kulana -  How the Hawaiian Ancestors survived in early Hawaii . Learn how their inventiveness assisted them with self sustenance. Guests may interact with our host in tasks of the early Hawaiians. The Ali’i Nui or highest Chief developed a system of dividing the island into sections that most often ran from the mountain top to the sea. Within these land sections were the three areas; the upland, the plains and the sea; containing all the resources needed for survival. The largest group living in the Ahupua’a was the working people called Na Maka’ainana. The Mahi’ai - the Planter and the Lawai’a – the Fisherman, were regarded as the most important occupations within the Ahupua’a.
The Hula Performance  
The Hula will be performed during breakfast and at the conclusion of the morning for all to enjoy!


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