#Kaahumanu Church
Maui Kahu Wayne Higa holds on to faith in effort to restore 146-year-old Kaʻahumanu Church, an early symbol of women’s rights
Preserving a Hawaiian church more than 140 years old takes perseverance and patience–traits that Kahu Wayne Higa has a lot of, as he embarks on a task to honor its historic legacy.
Rally Touts Affordable Housing Plan Amid “Housing Crisis”
The Comprehensive Affordable Housing Plan, created and presented by Hawaiian Community Assets, involves a five-year overhaul to the county’s affordable housing approach that would bring in 5,000 homes, offered to two-year Maui residents who are under 120 percent area median income.
Maui Churches Get Creative During Coronavirus Precautions
The church is among the many religious sites and congregations that have transitioned to online services as they seek creative alternatives amid stay-at-home orders and social distancing precautions.
March Picnic For Poki Canceled
Roselani Place announced that its Hawaiian music event Picnic for Poki at the historic Kaʻahumanu Church has been canceled for the month of March.
Ka‘ahumanu Church Inaugural Christmas Bazaar, Dec. 7
Kaʻahumanu Church hosts its Inaugural Christmas Bazaar this Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the front lawn of Kaʻahumanu Church in Wailuku.
Candlelight Vigil to Honor Lives Lost to Domestic Violence
In observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a candlelight vigil demonstration will be held this coming week to remember those who lost their lives to abusers.
Ka‘ahumanu Church Fundraiser Scheduled for Oct. 2
A fundraiser for restoration efforts for Ka‘ahumanu Church will be held on Oct. 2 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Velma Santos Community Center in Kahului.
Ka’ahumanu Church Celebrates 180 Years
Ka’ahumanu Church was established in 1832 on the site of a heiau, and part of the royal compound of High Chief Kahekili.
