Hawaii Nei is a juried art exhibition celebrating the native flora and fauna of Hawaii Island hosted by the Three Mountain Alliance, the Hawaii Island Art Alliance, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources Natural Area Reserves System and Wailoa Center.
“Hawai‘i Nei” is a juried art exhibition celebrating the native flora and fauna of Hawaii Island hosted by the Three Mountain Alliance, the Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources Natural Area Reserves System and Wailoa Center.
Amateur and professional artists of all ages were invited to submit works of art highlighting the native plants, animals and habitats of this beloved island, our Hawai‘i Nei.
This year’s opening reception is slated for 5-7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1, at Wailoa Center in Hilo. Winners from youth and adult divisions will be announced and prizes awarded, along with live music and refreshments.
Come dressed as your favorite native species for the annual costume contest.
The event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome.
Artwork will be displayed 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays from Nov. 1-Dec. 12 at Wailoa Center. The center is closed on holidays.
Wailoa Center is located at 200 Piopio St.
For more information, visit www.hawaiineiartcontest.org.
