Calendar of Events

Apr
25
Fri
2025
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Lau hala Weaving with Kumu Kāʻeo Izon
Apr 25 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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: Lau hala Weaving with Kumu Kāʻeo Izon.  Kāʻeo Izon is from Āliapaʻakai, Oʻahu and is a Kumu ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi teaching in the style of Kealaleo. He began weaving in 2009 with Kumu Ipolani Vaughan (also his Kumu ʻŌlelo), learning how to weave piko and covers. In 2011, Kāʻeo began weaving moena poepoe and pāpale with Kumu Evva Lim. Visitors and kama’aina alike are invited to experience a free, hands-on workshop.

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

 

May
16
Fri
2025
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Botanical Stamping with Desiree Moana Cruz
May 16 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

desiree moana cruzAloha 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.

Utilizing plants cultivated in her garden and others collected from the forests, Desiree Moana Cruz will share traditional and contemporary dye processes and the use of repetitive symbolism featured in hula garments. She is an advocate for Hawaiian practitioners and a member of Hālau Na Kipuʻupuʻu of Waimea.
These free cultural events are supported in part by  Hawaiʻi  Tourism Authority. Although these cultural events are free, park entrance fees apply.

May
23
Fri
2025
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Lauhala Weaving with Kuuipo Kalahiki-Morales
May 23 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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: Lauhala Weaving with Kuuipo Kalahiki-Morales. Visitors and kama’aina alike are invited to experience a free, hands-on workshop.

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

Jun
20
Fri
2025
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Botanical Stamping with Desiree Moana Cruz
Jun 20 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

desiree moana cruzAloha 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.

Utilizing plants cultivated in her garden and others collected from the forests, Desiree Moana Cruz will share traditional and contemporary dye processes and the use of repetitive symbolism featured in hula garments. She is an advocate for Hawaiian practitioners and a member of Hālau Na Kipuʻupuʻu of Waimea.
These free cultural events are supported in part by  Hawaiʻi  Tourism Authority. Although these cultural events are free, park entrance fees apply.

Jun
27
Fri
2025
Aloha Friday at VAC Gallery: Lauhala Weaving with Kuuipo Kalahiki-Morales
Jun 27 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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: Lauhala Weaving with Kuuipo Kalahiki-Morales. Visitors and kama’aina alike are invited to experience a free, hands-on workshop.

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

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