Hawaii is well known for its world-class beaches and prehistoric landscapes. However, it also has a rich history and one of the most vivid, multi-layered cultures you'll find anywhere. Thankfully, ...

There’s a mountain on Oahu named for the Greek myth of Tantalus, for whom satisfaction was always just out of reach. The road up is winding, filled with switchbacks, hanging vines, and vistas where, ...

Helene Hale was the first African American mayor in Hawaii and first Black woman to be elected to the Hawaii Legislature. To revitalize the County of Hawaii’s economy, Hale helped to establish the ...

A blend of Victorian and Hawaiian architectural styles, the Iolani Palace was completed in 1882 and is a fascinating testament to the grandeur and opulence of the Hawaiian Kingdom. It stands as a ...

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Start with Oahu Cemetery in lower Nuuanu Valley, a final resting place for Hawaii residents for almost 200 years. Add a substantial bento-style dinner and thoroughly researched soliloquies by five ...

President Dwight Eisenhower signed a proclamation declaring Hawaii the 50th state on this day in history, Aug. 21, 1959. "All 49 states will join in welcoming the new one – Hawaii – to this union," ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - You don’t have to go very far to hear an ukulele in the islands. It’s an instrument that is as ubiquitous in Hawaii as it is beloved. But have you ever wondered where it ...