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Exhibit: Dancing At The Source! Treasuring the Legacy

When: August 17, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

An exhibition of imagery from VAC’s Heritage and Archive Program (HAP) focused on VAC’s history of dance. In honor of VAC’s 50th Anniversary year, the exhibition shares iconic photographs by Boone Morrison and other celebrated photographers, spanning from 1974 – 1985. The historical exhibit also features films sharing the innovative spirit of past Volcano Art Center Dance Retreats. The …

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Tickets Available at the Door – Only a few tickets left -Mother’s Day Concert: Featuring The Volcano Chamber Players

When: May 12, 2024 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Mother’s Day Chamber Music Concert at Niaulani  Volcano Art Center is pleased to present the Volcano Chamber Players, classical music concert to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 12, 2024, from 4 to 6pm at Volcano Art Center’s Dietrich Varez Hall in Volcano Village. Treat your mother or yourself to an afternoon of fine chamber …

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**SOLD OUT** Dance Events* Dancing At The Source! Moving The Future!

When: August 17, 2024 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Volcano Art Center in partnership with Grassroots Community Development Group (GCDG), and Compassion & Choices (CC) presents Dancing At The Source! Moving The Future! The event is a fundraiser for the VAC Heritage and Archival Project and the Big Island Dance Council, on Saturday, August 17th, 2024. This intimate, dance performance celebrates VAC’s 50th Anniversary …

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For Tickets Call (808) 967-8222 – Jazz in the Forest: “Take a Giant Step Outside Your Mind – a history of jazz guitar music”

When: May 11, 2024 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 5:30 pm The Volcano Art Center’s Jazz in the Forest series continues on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at 5:30 pm at Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village.  “Take a Giant Step Outside Your Mind-a history of jazz guitar music”  will feature internationally known and respected guitarist and vocalist …

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Thursday Night at the Center: A Celebration of Light, Sound and Spirit with Ken Goodrich

When: November 14, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Thursday Night at the Center with Ken Goodrich   Join Ken Goodrich on Thursday, November 14th, at 6pm, at Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village. A Celebration of Light, Sound and Spirit features the landscapes of Hawaii Island through the eyes and heart of photographer Ken Goodrich. He will present photos and videos …

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Hawaiʻi Nei Invitational Exhibition

When: July 13, 2024 @ 9:00 am – August 25, 2024 @ 5:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, HI 96718, USA

Hawaiʻi Nei Invitational Exhibition July 13th – August 25th  Exhibiting at the VAC gallery in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. The Volcano Art Center (VAC) is proud to announce the Hawaiʻi Nei Invitational Exhibition. The multi-media exhibition showcases seven outstanding artists who were selected from the Hawai`i Nei 2023 Art Contest celebrating Hawai`i Island’s native species held …

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Mixed Media Papermaking with Mary Milelzcik

When: March 30, 2024 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Join artist Mary Milelzcik for a Mixed Media Papermaking workshop on Saturday, March 30, from 10 am to 2:30 pm at the Volcano Art Center in Volcano. Newcomers and Advanced students are welcome.  $70/ $65 VAC Members plus $38 supplies. This workshop will introduce you to papermaking using recycled heavy weight Arches art paper with …

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Class Full – Block Printing and Stamping on Fabric

When: July 13, 2024 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Ni‘aulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Rd, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Join Margo on July 13, from 9am – 12:30pm at VAC Niaulani Campus, (19-4074 Old Volcano Road) in the exciting process of designing your own tea towel.  Enjoy learning how to print on fabric with an assortment of hand-made stamps and blocks using a variety of techniques. You will exercise your innate design and creative …

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

When: June 14, 2024 @ 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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Keiki Drawing Classes with Ken Charon

When: April 2, 2024 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Keiki Drawing Classes with Ken Charon  Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:00 pm, April 2nd – May 7th A series of 6 drawing classes for children ages 8 to 14 at Volcano Art Center’s Niaulani Campus. Ken’s lessons focus on drawing things from life. Portraits, landscapes, and still-lifes will be encouraged as a way to prepare for …

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Puppets on the Path Performance

When: March 23, 2024 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Where: Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus, 19-4074 Old Volcano Road, Volcano, HI 96785, USA

Join Puppets on the Path as they celebrate The Sounds of Niaulani through a special blend of original music and puppetry representing the native rainforest in Volcano. The performance will be on March 23, at 3 pm. in Varez Hall at Volcano Art Center Niaulani Campus in Volcano Village (19-4074 Old Volcano Road). Puppets on the Path …

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Hula Kahiko featuring Nā Kumu Hula Pelehonuamea Harman and Kekoa Harman with Hālau I Ka Leo Ola O Nā Mamo

When: January 13, 2024 @ 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 Nā Kumu Hula Pelehonuamea Harman and Kekoa Harman with  Hālau I Ka Leo Ola O Nā Mamo Saturday, January 13, 2024 from 10:30 – 11:30am. The Volcano Art Center’s 2024 Hula Kahiko series kicks off on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10:30am with a performance by Nā Kumu Hula Pelehonuamea Harman …

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Hula Kahiko: Pahoa High & Middle School under the direction of Kumu Kini Kaʻawa

When: May 11, 2024 @ 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 Pahoa High & Middle School under the direction of Kumu 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 …

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Hula Kahiko with Kumu Hula Manaiakalani Kalua with Akaunu

When: September 14, 2024 @ 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 Kumu Hula Manaiakalani Kalua with Akaunu Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at 10:30am Born and raised in Keaukaha, Kumu Hula Manaiakalani Kalua graduated from Kamehameha School in 1996 and received a BA in Hawaiian Studies in 2002 from Ka Haka ʻUla ʻo Keʻelikolani at UH-Hilo.  He has been an instructor at  Hawaiʻi Community College …

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Hula Kahiko: Hālau Hula Malanai under the direction of Kumu Hula Liana Leiʻilima Kanaʻiaupuni Aveiro

When: June 8, 2024 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii, USA

Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea 2024 performance series continues Saturday, June 8th with a presentation by Hālau Hula Malanai under the direction of Kumu Hula Liana Leiʻilima Kanaʻiaupuni Aveiro. The performance begins at 10:30am at the pā hula in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Although the event is free, Park entrance fees apply.  Hālau …

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Hula Kahiko: Featuring Hula Iwalani Kalima with Hula Hālau O Kou Lima Nani Ē

When: October 12, 2024 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Where: Volcano Art Center Gallery, Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii, USA

Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea performance series continues on Saturday, October 12th with a hula kahiko performance featuring Kumu Hula Iwalani Kalima with Hula Hālau O Kou Lima Nani Ē. The performance is part of a year-round series sponsored by the Volcano Art Center. Hula hālau from across Hawai‘i are invited to perform …

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