2024 Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Festival
Aloha! Our roots begin with Princess Lydia Liliʻu Loloku Wa- lania Kamakaʻeha, born September 2, 1838. She was given the name Liliʻuokalani by her brother, King David Kalākaua and later became both Hawaiʻi’s first Queen and last reigning monarch. Her legacy lives on through the Queen Liliʻuokalani Trust and the Queen Liliʻuokala- ni Children’s Center, which continue to provide for all of the children of Hawaiʻi. Hence, our namesake. The Kalihi-Pālama Culture & Arts Society was envi- sioned by legendary Kumu Hula Uncle George Naʻope and Kahu Wendell Silva with the mission of educating and preserving culture and arts. One aspect of that was to teach the next generation hula. As time passed, Hawaiian music and language also joined the same inspiring mission. Thus, people who attend our competition in person, those who view our event on television, and those around the world who watch via the internet, enjoy authentic Hawaiian cul- ture through dance, language, and music. Each year, we strive to improve our event and make it more enjoyable for our community and participants. To that extent, we extend our Mahalo nui! to all of our sponsors for their generous support and the hundreds of volunteers who work tirelessly to make it all possible. Mahalo nui loa! and enjoy the Festival!
PHOTO of Queen Liliuʻokalani Hawaiʻi State Archives
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2024 QUEEN LILIʻUOKALANI KEIKI HULA COMPETITION
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