Pu'uokapolei

Pu'uokapolei is a historic site in Kapolei, Hawaii that has been recognized as a traditional cultural property. Through the Ulu A'e Learning Center, the site is stewarded and maintained through volunteer efforts, addressing challenges such as homelessness, vandalism, and poor irrigation. The center also offers educational programs and workshops, including the Nene'e program for children to explore their community and learn native Hawaiian skills.

The center hosts the Kapu'uola Hula Festival, showcasing hula performances and new mele compositions, as well as engaging children in traditional Hawaiian storytelling through the practice of hana hei, or Hawaiian string figures. Additionally, the center offers loan programs for families to access papa ku'i ai and pāhaku, and provides educational resources through their No'eau Learning Box Delivery program. Through their efforts, Pu'uokapolei aims to foster rooted and engaged children and families in the community.

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