Join architect and photographer Boone Morrison for presentation and discussion titled “A History of the Kahua Hula” from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village.
Join architect and photographer Boone Morrison for presentation and discussion titled “A History of the Kahua Hula” from 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village.
The special site was realized through the vision of the late hula master Edith Kanaka‘ole, kumu hula of Halau o Kekuhi. It is a sacred location that affords the kumu (master) and haumana (student) a pristine view into Halema‘uma‘u, the home of volcanic deity Pelehonuamea. Hula halau from throughout Hawaii and beyond have performed on the kahua hula (hula platform), a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting. The kahua hula is located just a short walking distance from the Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in an area known as Ka‘auea.
Volcano resident Morrison had an integral role in founding Volcano Art Center and establishing a sacred space for hula within the park. Morrison will discuss his experiences in the construction, history and dedication of the kahua hula. This presentation is free but a $5 donation is appreciated.
The evening is part of a once-a-month Thursday night series at the Volcano Art Center, focusing on art, Hawaiian culture and the environment. The series is intended to inspire, enhance an appreciation of art and life experience, while fostering community connections.
The Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus is located at 19-4074 Old Volcano Road in Volcano Village. For more information, call 967-8222 or visit www.volcanoartcenter.org.