Event Description: Celebrate the opening of I Mana Ka Moʻomoʻo, a powerful exhibition featuring artwork of Kanaka ʻŌiwi artists and kapa practitioners whose works reflect a deep and ongoing commitment to their kuleana. As educators, cultural practitioners, language advocates, and more—these artists honor, perpetuate and reclaim the ʻike, values, and practices of our kūpuna. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the artists, learn about their kapa journeys, and experience the profound connections between art, identity, and empowerment through the reclamation of cultural practices.
Event Details: The reception begins at 5:00pm with opening protocols and program at 6:00pm. Light pūpū will be served with a no-host bar.
This event is free and open to the public. We encourage registration for this event although it is not required.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Exhibition on View: October 25 – December 13, 2025
- Opening Reception: Saturday, October 25 from 5:00 – 7:00pm
- Moʻolelo Kapa with Puakea Forester: Saturday, November 8 from 10:00am – 12:00pm
- All About Wauke! Artist x Farmer Talk Story and Potluck: Sunday, November 16 from 10:00am – 1:00pm
Mahalo Nui Loa: This exhibition and programs are made possible by the Hawai‘i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, the County of Hawaiʻi Waiwai Grant, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, The Hiroaki Elaine & Lawrence Kono Foundation, Hōlualoa Inn, and our community of individual donors.
About Our Programs: As a place of convergence, the Mill serves as both a community and a physical place–celebrating the power of the arts, bringing people, ideas and perspectives together. We are proud to offer adult and youth programs that focus on awareness of one’s individuality in the contexts of family, community and the natural world. Our exhibitions provide a space to reflect, share perspectives and grow as a community. Our classes & workshops are designed to inspire creativity, foster connections, and provide enriching experiences for all participants. We invite you to join us in the studio.
