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Moanalua Gardens Foundation Presents Na Punawai o Moanalua...the wellspring of Moanalua Prince Lot Hula Festival XXXIII Saturday, July 17, 2010 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Moanalua Gardens Foundation (MGF) Presented Na Punawai o Moanalua ... the wellspring of Moanalua, the 33rd Annual Prince Lot Hula Festival at spectacular Moanalua Gardens on Saturday, July 17, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. With estimated attendance of over 10,000, this is largest non-competitive hula event in Hawaii,
A historical and cultural treasure, Moanalua Gardens is one of the most beautiful places in Honolulu on the island of Oahu. Once a botanical garden, it is home to rare trees, native foliage and historic structures. "Some of Hawaii's most celebrated hula hālau participated in this year's festival," said Alika Jamile, MGF Executive Director and President. "In 2010, we added more cultural activities to enhance the experience for visitors and local residents alike," Jamile said. The event featured both hula kahiko (ancient) hula and chant, and auana (modern) hula performances. Dancers performed on one of the few remaining pā hula (hula mounds) in Hawaii. Local food and refreshments were available for purchase throughout the day. Limited edition 2010 t-shirts, programs and $5 Kokua Buttons may still be available. There is no admission fee, however, a button kokua purchase was requested. Proceeds from these sales help cover festival costs. |
The public, and visitors, were welcomed and encouraged to bring their beach chairs and mats and enjoy the fun, food and festivities under the shady monkeypod trees of Moanalua Gardens. No commercial photography was allowed. Festival sponsors and supporters included the Hawaii Tourism Authority, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Hawaiian Airlines, the City and County of Honolulu, Dollar Rent A Car, Kaimana Ventures, and other corporations. ![]() A non-profit organization founded in 1970, Moanalua Gardens Foundation (MGF) is committed to preserving and perpetuating the history, native culture and environment of Hawaii through education, celebration and stewardship of Kamananui Valley and Moanalua Gardens.
Named in memory of Prince Lot, who later reigned as King Kamehameha V, the festival was founded in 1978 by MGF and now attracts up to 10,000 residents and visitors each year. Moanalua was a favorite recreation spot for Prince Lot, who is credited with reviving the hula in the district of Moanalua. His summer cottage can be found on the gardens grounds. Participating hālau are listed above. For more information about MGF, please visit MGF's website at www.mgf-hawaii.org or call 808.839.5334. |
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Moanalua Gardens Foundation Cultural and Environmental Education in Hawaii 1352 Pineapple Place, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819-1754 Phone: (808) 839-5334; Fax (808) 839-3658 mgf-hawaii@hawaii.rr.com |
Moanalua Gardens Foundation Mission
Moanalua Gardens Foundation preserves and perpetuates the history, native culture and environment of Hawaii through education, celebration and stewardship at Moanalua Gardens and Kamananui Valley. This is accomplished through our Ōhia Project curriculum, resources for teachers, stewardship at Moanalua Gardens and Kamananui Valley, and the Prince Lot Hula Festival.
Now celebrating our 40th year, Moanalua Gardens Foundation offers high-quality, award-winning educational programs and services to Hawaii since 1970. As a non-profit organization, we depend heavily upon our supporters, sponsors, donors, and volunteers. If you would like to help in this endeavor, we invite you to become a member, renew your membership, make a donation, or become a volunteer. |
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