#ʻIolani Palace

Restored portrait of Poʻomaikelani returns to ʻIolani Palace

A portrait of Virginia Kapoʻoloku Poʻomaikelani, Princess and Governor of Hawaiʻi Island, has returned to public view at ʻIolani Palace after undergoing conservation and restoration treatment. The unveiling was marked with a cultural protocol ceremony led by members of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I.

Thousands are expected to attend the annual ʻOnipaʻa Peace March

This event commemorates the 132nd anniversary of the illegal overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy and honor Hawaiʻi’s last ruling monarch, Queen Liliʻuokalani.

ʻIolani Palace invites keiki to enter King Kalākaua essay contest

In honor of King Kalākaua’s birthday on Nov. 16, The Friends of ʻIolani Palace hosts an essay contest that invites students to reflect on the enduring legacy of Hawaiʻi’s beloved monarch. The content encourages participants to explore how King Kalākaua’s contributions continue to shape our community today. Submissions will be accepted from Oct. 15 through Nov. 11, 2024. 

MACC to host performance of dramatization of the life of Prince Kūhiō

The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present next month, for the first time on Maui, a performance of a historical dramatization about the life of Prince Kūhiō.

ʻIolani Palace receives $500,000 gift from Veronica Kawānanakoa

The Friends of ʻIolani Palace has received a $500,000 gift from Veronica Kawānanakoa, wife and partner of 25 years of the late Princess Abigail Kawānanakoa.