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He’e Nalu: The Art & Legacy of Hawaiian Surfing Exhibit

 

He’e Nalu: The Art & Legacy of Hawaiian Surfing Exhibit

Hawaii Sunset glowing through a surfboard

 

From now until January 4, 2025 you can check out this exciting event on The Art & Legacy of Hawaiian Surfing at the East Hawai’i Cultural Center in Hilo.

Hawaii invented he’e nalu (wave riding) and this exhibit looks at everything from the early stories or the sea to contemporary works of art. From surf deities to the complicated relationships Indigenous people have with the Western predominance in the now billion dollar sporting industry.

This exhibit is a smaller curated part of the larger exhibit that took place in Arizona in 2023.

The Art & Legacy of Hawaiian Surfing

East Hawaiian Cultural Center

141 Kalakaua Street

Hilo

Colorful Surfboards lined up on a tropical beach

 

You can learn more about He’e Nalu: here

 

 

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The 2024 Ironman World Championship is in Kona this Weekend!

Ironman Kona Finish Line

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This Saturday October 26 is the 2024 Ironman World Championship in Kona!

This year Kona hosts the men. (They switch off yearly now- the women’s race is in Nice, France for 2024!)

You have to qualify for this race which is world famous as a ‘test of strength, resilience and endurance.’ Which it truly is! The race lasts all day and consists of a 2.4 mile swim in Kailua Bay to begin. This is followed by a swift 112 mile bike race and ends with a light 26.2 mile run! If you are interested in watching the opening of the race it’s suggested you snag a spot early. The race begins at 6:25 and, if you want a good spot, you may want to be there around 4:30 or so in the morning.

If you are out and about in Kona this weekend expect some delays and crowds. Please be mindful of traffic detours as well! Let’s keep everyone safe!

 

We wish all the competitors the very best of luck!

 

 

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