Calendar of Events

May
14
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
May 14 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
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Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

May
15
Thu
2025
Thursday Night at the Center: Magic Lantern Presentation
May 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Thursday Night at the Center: Magic Lantern Presentation

Guided by history enthusiasts Geoff Mowrer and Daniel Anekelea Hübner embark on a journey back in time with the help of a restored delineascope “magic lantern” projector! See rare images of Hawai‘i and volcanic eruptions from over a hundred years ago preserved on glass slides.

Thursday night at the Volcano Art Center, focusing on art, Hawaiian culture, and our environment.  The series is intended to inspire, and enhance your appreciation of art and life experience, while fostering community connections. This presentation is free, although a donation is greatly appreciated.

May
21
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
May 21 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
RegisterOnline-btn
Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

May
28
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
May 28 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
RegisterOnline-btn
Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

Jun
4
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
Jun 4 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
RegisterOnline-btn
Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

Jun
14
Sat
2025
Hula Kahiko: Featuring Hālau Kauluola under the direction of Kumu Hula Noʻeau and Pōlanimakamae Kahakalau-Kalima
Jun 14 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea performance series continues on Saturday, June 14th with a hula kahiko performance featuring  Hālau Kauluola under the direction of Kumu Hula Noʻeau and Pōlanimakamae Kahakalau-Kalima.  The performance begins at 10:30am in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.  National Park entrance fees apply.

The performance is part of a year-round series sponsored by the Volcano Art Center.  For the series, hula hālau from across Hawai‘i are invited to perform each month.  The performance begins at 10:30am at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Hālau Hula Kauluola based in Keaukaha Hawaiʻi, is under the direction of Kumu Hula Noʻeau and Pōlanimakamae Kahakalau-Kalima. Together, they hope to instill the hula traditions learned from their Kumu. Both Kumu and their young Hālau Hula which opened in 2022, aspire to provide a safe space for relationships to ulu, and ola here in our community.
The hula presentation is presented authentically in an outdoor setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats, and to arrive early as parking at the Visitor’s Center is limited, additional parking is available at the Steam Vents parking lot.

These free events are supported by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. Donations are welcome to continue future programs. The Volcano Art Center is a non-profit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop, and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawai‘i’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary, and performing arts.  Visit www.volcanoartcenter.orgor call 967-8222 for more information.

Jun
18
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
Jun 18 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
RegisterOnline-btn
Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

Jun
25
Wed
2025
Wednesday Ceramics: Handbuilding fundamental techniques with Diane Hanzel
Jun 25 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm

 

Wednesdays (6 sessions) May 14th – June 25th (no class on June 11th), 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 you been in Ceramics and would like to know some tricks and tips and techniques that can make it more fun or creative thinking outside the box? This may be the class for you. Diane will be teaching strong fundamentals that are the foundation to help see your artistic vision through. You will start with pinch pot bubbles that can take you in lots of different directions. Then moving into slabs and adding textures and basic oxides and glazes. Learn how to manipulate the clay and work with it. We will be using cone 5 clay and glazes. Definitely Art from the heart.
$180 / $160 VAC members plus a $20 materials fee which includes the first 6 lbs. of clay (including glazes, firing, labor)  Additional clay will be available for purchase.
RegisterOnline-btn
Our open and well ventilated studio includes a covered outdoor work area. Open studio time will be available to registered students from 10am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Cost is $150 per month (starting on the day of purchase for 30 days) or $20 a day. Call (808) 967-8222. Must be registered for a ceramics class to participate.

 

Jul
19
Sat
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 19 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
20
Sun
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
23
Wed
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 23 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
24
Thu
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 24 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
25
Fri
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
26
Sat
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 26 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
27
Sun
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 27 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
30
Wed
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 30 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Jul
31
Thu
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Jul 31 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
1
Fri
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 1 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
2
Sat
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 2 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
3
Sun
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
6
Wed
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 6 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
7
Thu
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
8
Fri
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 8 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
9
Sat
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 9 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Aug
10
Sun
2025
2025 Volcano 3rd Biennial Wood Show Exhibition
Aug 10 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

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 wood artists in our community who produce individual one-of- a-kind works using indigenous Hawaiian and exotic woods. The exhibition presents a wide range of wood items including furniture, sculptures, and bowls. Funds generated from the show will contribute to the development of Volcano Art Center’s future classroom space.

This years biennial exhibition will be juried by members Nalu Woods and VAC director of development & Galleries. Cash prizes are available for award winners. It is possible for interested artists to obtain a free slab of donated, dimensional lumber from old growth koa wood, responsibly harvested from a fallen tree in Volcano for inclusion into their submitted work of art. For complete details please contact gallery@volcanoartcenter.org by March 28th, 2025.  Be prepared to discuss your design idea if requesting a piece of the donated, salvaged wood.

View the Prospectus  and Entry Form

Volcano Art Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization created in 1974 whose mission is to promote, develop and perpetuate the artistic, cultural and environmental heritage of Hawaiʻi through arts and education.

Contact Emily C. Weiss by calling (808) 967-8222 or email info@volcanoartcenter.org

Sep
13
Sat
2025
Hula Kahiko: Featuring Kumu hula Moses Kahoʻokele Crabbe with Hālauolaokalani
Sep 13 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Hula Kahiko: Featuring Kumu hula Moses Kahoʻokele Crabbe with Halauolaokalani on September 13, 2025.

Volcano Art Center’s Hula Arts at Kīlauea performance series continues on Saturday, September 13th, featuring Kumu Hula Kahoʻokele Crabbe and Hālauolaokalani.
The performance is part of a year-round series sponsored by the Volcano Art Center.  For the series, hula hālau from across Hawai‘i are invited to perform each month.  The performance begins at 10:30am at the kahua hula (platform) in the Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
After graduating in 1995 at Puʻupueokapu, Waikane, Oʻahu with traditional ʻuniki ceremonies under his teacher kumu hula Robert Cazimero, kumu hula Moses Kahoʻokele Crabbe founded Hālauolaokalani in 1999.
The hula performance is presented authentically in an outdoor setting, rain or shine without electronic amplification. Audience members are encouraged bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats, and to arrive early as parking at the Visitor’s Center is limited, additional parking is available at the Steam Vents parking lot.
Although these events are free, park entrance fees apply.

These free events are supported in part by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.

Donations are welcome to continue future programs. The Volcano Art Center is a non-profit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop, and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawai‘i’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary, and performing arts.

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Oct
11
Sat
2025
Hula Kahiko: Unuokeahi with kumu hula Stacey Kapuaikapoliopele Kaʻauʻa
Oct 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

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 fees apply. 

On the winter solstice of 2016, Unuokeahi opened her doors under the tutelage of kumu hula Kapua Kaʻauʻa, affectionately known as Kumu ʻAuʻa. ʻAuʻa underwent the ʻūniki rites in December 2014, led by her kumu Dr. Taupōuri Tangarō of Unukupukupu. It is with this that she was bestowed the title of kumu hula. The Unuokeahi traditions stem from the Kanakaʻole hula ʻaihaʻa traditions in Hilo.

Hālau Unuokeahi is made up of culturally sustainable members from various communities. Students who arrived at the hālau come to learn traditional and cultural leadership through moʻolelo, ritual, and environmental sustainability. Many of the students of Unuokeahi have reached or are reaching higher academic degrees, an essential piece for the journey of the hālau.

Along with Hālau Unuokeahi comes the Unuiti Hula Ensemble program from Ka ʻUmeke Kaʻeo Charter school in Keaukaha.  Started by her kumu, Taupōuri, in the early 2000’s, Kumu ʻAuʻa continues this program throughout all 11-grade levels.  Hula ʻaihaʻa, moʻolelo, and ritual are taught through the Hawaiian language medium.  It is a rigorous program, requiring students to create, and manifest their hula world in every aspect.  From making implements, gathering, fabrication, and ‘āina projects, to haku hula, these core learning accouterments are required of every student.  Paired with academics, it makes it for a dynamic program.

This performance is part of a year-round series sponsored by the Volcano Art Center (VAC).  VAC is pleased to resume the series which invites hula hālau from across Hawaiʻi to perform in a one-of-a-kind outdoor setting at the kahua hula (platform), located near the VAC Gallery in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.  Audience members are encouraged to bring sun/rain gear and sitting mats.

These family friendly, free events are supported in part by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority. if you, your ‘ohana or business would like to support these wonderful programs please contact Emily Weiss at the Volcano Art Center.   The Volcano Art Center is a non-profit educational organization created in 1974 to promote, develop, and perpetuate the artistic and cultural heritage of Hawai‘i’s people and environment through activities in the visual, literary, and performing arts.                                                         

 

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