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2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition

When: July 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785

The Volcano Wood Show Exhibition will open to the public on Saturday, July 19 through August 10th, 2025. The show is open Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm at Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. The exhibit will also be featured online at www.volcanoartcenter.org.The three-week event aims to feature the various …

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Exhibit: “Nā Kama a Ohiohikupua Lāua ʻo Lauhuki”

When: April 12, 2025 @ 9:00 am – May 11, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Volcano Art Center (VAC) is proud to announce the exhibition “Nā Kama a Ohiohikupua Lāua ʻo Lauhuki” presented by members of Hui ʻAla Hīnano and  Waianuhea o ka Pua Hala students of Kumu Kāʻeo Izon.  The exhibition  presents works by various artists dedicated to the art of lauhala weaving and design. The exhibit will be on …

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Zentangle® Summer Solstice 2025 with Lydia Meneses

When: June 14, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Join Lydia Meneses on June 14th, from 10am – 1pm at VAC Niaulani Campus. The Zentangle art method is an easy to learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structure pattern. This class was inspired by the upcoming Summer Solstice on June 20th. This day marks the celebration of the longest …

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Hula Kahiko: Unuokeahi with kumu hula Stacey Kapuaikapoliopele Kaʻauʻa

When: October 11, 2025 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii, USA

Hula Kahiko: Unuokeahi with kumu hula Stacey Kapuaikapoliopele Kaʻauʻa Saturday, October 11th | 10:30am Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea performance series resumes on Saturday, October 11th, with a presentation by Unuokeahi under the direction of kumu hula Stacey Kapuaikapoliopele Kaʻauʻa.  The performance begins at 10:30am, and takes place in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Park entrance …

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Hula Kahiko: Hālau Moanianilehua aʻo Pāhoa under the direction of Kini Kaʻawa

When: May 10, 2025 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Hula Kahiko featuring Hālau Moanianilehua aʻo Pāhoa under the direction of Kini Kaʻawa The Volcano Art Center’s Hula Kahiko program continues on Saturday, May 11th at 10:30am with a performance under the direction of Kumu Kini Kaʻawa.  Selected students of Pāhoa Middle and High School will present hula and oli at Kaʻauea Kahua Hula at …

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Exhibit: Ethereal Moods of Nature, by Jan Hashi

When: February 22, 2025 @ 9:00 am – April 6, 2025 @ 5:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Volcano Art Center (VAC) is proud to announce the exhibition “Ethereal Moods of Nature, by Jan Hashi on display from February 22nd – April 6th, 2025. Immerse yourself in a collection of stunning impressionistic artworks that bring the serene beauty of the natural world to life. The gallery is open daily, 9am -5pm in Hawai`i Volcanoes National …

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Tuesday Ceramics: Hand building fundamental techniques with tips and tricks with Diane Hanzel

When: March 25, 2025 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

  Tuesdays: March 25th – April 15, from 3:30pm. – 6:30pm. Refresh with a new creative outlet at our open and spacious ceramics studio located in a unique rainforest setting at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. Have you ever wanted to start with Ceramics and don’t know where to begin ? Have …

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Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Hula & Oli with Kumu Kaho‘okele Crabbe

When: March 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Aloha Friday Hula & Oli with Kumu Kaho‘okele Crabbe Aloha Friday cultural demonstrations are held each week from 11 am – 1 pm on the porch of Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. This week’s offerings include: hula and oli with Kaho‘okele Crabbe. Kumu hula of Hālau Keolaokalani, Moses Kaho‘okele Crabbe shares …

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Liko A’e Spring Camp 2025

When: March 17, 2025 @ 9:00 am – March 21, 2025 @ 2:30 am
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Liko A’e Spring Camp – The Volcano Art Center is proud to offer the Liko A’e Spring Camp Program. The Camp will be held at VAC’s Niaulani Campus, Monday – Friday, 9A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Open to Keiki ages 8-14 years old. The deadline to register is Friday, March 10, 2025. Register by March 3, for …

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Sunday Clay – with Monika Mann | Morning Session

When: March 2, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Sunday Clay – with Monika Mann Sunday Mornings 10am – 1pm 4-week session beginning Sunday, March 2, 2025, through Sunday, March 23, 2025. Please join longtime teaching artist Monika Mann exploring the possibilities in the world of clay through hand building and wheel throwing techniques. Beginners and advanced potters are welcome to create ceramic pieces for …

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When: March 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Zentangle Inspired Art: Ink-Blown Ohia with Dina Wood Kageler will be held at VAC Niaulani Campus (19-4074 Old Volcano Road), on Saturday, March 8th at VAC Niaulani Campus, from 10am – 1pm. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. There are no mistakes in Zentangle Art. …

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When: February 8, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Iris Thornton, Certified Zentangle Teacher Zentangle: Heartstrings Valentangle: will be held at VAC Niaulani Campus (19-4074 Old Volcano Road), on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10am – 1pm. Zentangle is an easy-to-learn fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns.  At first glance a Zentangle art piece appears intricate and complicated. But when …

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Thursday Night at the Center: Geological Mapping with Drew Downs

When: January 16, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Thursday Night at the Center with Drew Downs   Have you ever looked at a geologic map and wondered how the different colors are determined and what they mean? Geologic mapping has been one of the most fundamental mandates of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) since its establishment in 1879. USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologic …

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Thursday Night at the Center: The Art of Oceanic Canoe Building

When: March 13, 2025 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Thursday Night at the Center with Douglas Herman  This presentation explores the art and engineering involved in building a large canoe in traditional times, from the making of the stone tools to the weaving of the sails and the lashing and gluing of the parts. It demonstrates the ingenuity of Pacific Islanders, living on volcanic …

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