Thousands of artifacts were taken when Hawaii’s monarchy was overthrown. Now, some have returned home to Iolani Palace
The Helen Ladd Thompson Revocable Living Trust donated 113 objects the family had inherited from ancestors Antone and Emily Rosa. Antone Rosa was a government official who served both King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani — the last two monarchs of Hawaii — in numerous positions in the late 19th century.
Iolani Palace docent shares love of volunteering at historic site
Iolani Palace historian and docent educator Zita Cup Choy is a familiar face on the palace grounds. She was a member of the first docent class back in 1977 and shared in the excitement as the palace was reopened to the public in May 1978.
Na Moolelo Lecture Series: “A Native Nationalistic Celebration: King Kalakaua’s Coronation Ceremony”
WHEN: Sunday, February 9, 2020 | 10:00 – 11:00 am WHERE: Kanaina Building, Iolani Palace Free Event: Register Now Iolani Palace invites you to join us at our Na Moolelo Lecture Series. The lectures feature presentations by Hawaiian cultural experts, historians, and museum professionals that will prompt discussion of Hawaii
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(808) 533-4165 MORE THAN 100 ITEMS RETURN HOME TO IOLANI PALACE Helen Ladd Thompson Revocable Trust donation includes historical documents, royal orders, and long-lost photographs HONOLULU (Jan. 22, 2020) – The Friends of Iolani Palace has welcomed home more than
The Friends of Iolani Palace Volunteer and Docent Training classes
Considered a national treasure and the only official state residence for royalty in the country, Iolani Palace welcomes visitors to learn about its history. And now, you can be a part of it. Zita Cup Choy, Iolani Palace Historian, joins us this morning with all of the details.
Royal Hawaiian Band Performance
The Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace Friday, July 3 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing Hawaii’s music with the world. Once known as the “King’s Band,” this group of musicians was put together by King Kamehameha III and performed for
CANCELLED: Royal Hawaiian Band Performance
PER MAYOR KIRK CALDWELL’S PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020, ALL ROYAL HAWAIIAN BAND CONCERTS THROUGH THE END OF APRIL 2020 HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. The Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace Friday, April 24 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing
CANCELLED: Royal Hawaiian Band Performance
PER MAYOR KIRK CALDWELL’S PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020, ALL ROYAL HAWAIIAN BAND CONCERTS THROUGH THE END OF APRIL 2020 HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. The Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace Friday, April 17 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing
CANCELLED: Royal Hawaiian Band Performance
PER MAYOR KIRK CALDWELL’S PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020, ALL ROYAL HAWAIIAN BAND CONCERTS THROUGH THE END OF APRIL 2020 HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. The Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace Friday, April 3 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing
CANCELLED: Royal Hawaiian Band Performance
PER MAYOR KIRK CALDWELL’S PRESS CONFERENCE ON MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020, ALL ROYAL HAWAIIAN BAND CONCERTS THROUGH THE END OF APRIL 2020 HAVE BEEN CANCELLED. The Royal Hawaiian Band at Iolani Palace Friday, March 20 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm The Royal Hawaiian Band has a long tradition of sharing