IOLANI PALACE RECEIVES $50,000 FROM ‘IOLANI, INC. FACE MASKS SALES

IOLANI PALACE RECEIVES $50,000 FROM ‘IOLANI, INC. FACE MASKS SALES Popularity of limited-edition masks exceeded expectations HONOLULU (July 20, 2020) – The Friends of Iolani Palace received a $50,000 donation from ‘IOLANI, Inc. and the Kawakami Family from proceeds of a limited-edition face mask print. “We were completely amazed by

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IOLANI PALACE RECEIVES $15,000 FROM PRINCESS ABIGAIL KAWANANAKOA

IOLANI PALACE RECEIVES $15,000 FROM PRINCESS ABIGAIL KAWANANAKOA Funds to help defray electricity expenses, Princess asks others to support royal residence HONOLULU (July 16, 2020) – Iolani Palace has received a $15,000 gift from Princess Abigail Kawananakoa to support the nation’s only official royal residence as it reopens after an

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IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES REOPENING WITH MODIFICATIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES REOPENING WITH MODIFICATIONS Iconic landmark to open on Friday, June 19 with adjusted days and hours HONOLULU (June 8, 2020) – Iolani Palace has announced it will be reopening its iconic doors for tours starting on Friday, June 19, 2020. “While we are eager

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IOLANI PALACE OFFERS VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES AND ONLINE EDUCATION RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE IOLANI PALACE OFFERS VIRTUAL EXPERIENCES AND ONLINE EDUCATION RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES HONOLULU (April 4, 2020) – In an effort to keep keiki, parents and educators engaged during the stay-at-home order, Iolani Palace is encouraging kamaaina and visitors alike to use its variety of free virtual experiences and

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IOLANI PALACE HOSTS GUARDIAN TRAINING ON KAMAAINA SUNDAYS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jocelyn Collado or Megan Kakimoto Becker Communications, Inc. (808) 533-4165 IOLANI PALACE HOSTS GUARDIAN TRAINING ON KAMAAINA SUNDAYS HONOLULU (February 18, 2020) – Are you passionate about Hawaiian history and looking to share this passion with others? If so, consider volunteering with The Friends of

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IOLANI PALACE INTRODUCES NEW KAANA IKE SPOTLIGHT TALKS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jocelyn Collado or Megan Kakimoto Becker Communications, Inc. (808) 533-4165 IOLANI PALACE INTRODUCES NEW KAANA IKE SPOTLIGHT TALKS HONOLULU (February 26, 2020) – In an effort to share the knowledge and insights of Palace staff and volunteers with guests, Iolani Palace proudly presents Kaana Ike

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MORE THAN 100 ITEMS RETURN HOME TO IOLANI PALACE

MEDIA CONTACT: Jocelyn Collado or Megan Kakimoto Becker Communications, Inc. (808) 533-4165 MORE THAN 100 ITEMS RETURN HOME TO IOLANI PALACE Helen Ladd Thompson Revocable Trust donation includes historical documents, royal orders, and long-lost photographs HONOLULU (Jan. 22, 2020) – The Friends of Iolani Palace has welcomed home more than

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WANTED: HAWAIIAN HISTORY AND CULTURAL ENTHUSIASTS TO VOLUNTEER WITH THE FRIENDS OF IOLANI PALACE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WANTED: HAWAIIAN HISTORY AND CULTURAL ENTHUSIASTS TO VOLUNTEER WITH THE FRIENDS OF IOLANI PALACE Share Stories with Adults and Keiki as Docents and Guardians HONOLULU (Jan. 8, 2020) – Help bring the rich history of Iolani Palace and Hawaii’s monarchy to life as a volunteer with The

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IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES REFRESHED NA MOOLELO LECTURE SERIES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jocelyn Collado or Megan Kakimoto Becker Communications, Inc. (808) 533-4165   IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES REFRESHED NA MOOLELO LECTURE SERIES Free presentations to take place on Kamaaina Sundays HONOLULU (January 6, 2020) – Iolani Palace has refreshed its Na Moolelo Lecture Series to offer free community

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2019 IOLANI PALACE ORNAMENT NOW AVAILABLE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jocelyn Collado or Megan Kakimoto Becker Communications, Inc. (808) 533-4165 2019 IOLANI PALACE ORNAMENT NOW AVAILABLE Limited-edition piece inspired by the Prince’s Own helmet plate HONOLULU (November 26, 2019) – Iolani Palace has unveiled its 2019 Palace Ornament, inspired by a helmet plate belonging to

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