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Dec. 10, 2024

Lā Kūʻokoʻa concert brings generations together

At Kamehameha Schools Kapālama, over 100 people gathered for a lively first-of-its-kind Lā Kūʻokoʻa concert, honoring Hawaiian sovereignty and pride.

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Nov. 18, 2024

Celebrating Lā Kūʻokoʻa: Honoring aloha ʻāina through the generations

Lā Kūʻokoʻa celebrates Hawaiian Independence Day, honoring the aloha ʻāina patriots who upheld Hawaiʻi’s sovereignty and pride across generations.

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Nov. 13, 2024

Upcoming Aloha ‘Āina Concert celebrates Makahiki, Lā Kūʻokoʻa

In this season of relaxation and celebration, Kamehameha Schools and the Kaʻiwakīloumoku Pacific Indigenous Institute are proud to bring you a FREE concert event to celebrate Lā Kūʻokoʻa and Makahiki.

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Nov. 28, 2023

KS Hawaiʻi student leaders share about Lā Kūʻokoʻa

Remembering and celebrating the independence of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi.

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Nov. 28, 2022

Kūkahekahe: Celebrating Lā Kūʻokoʻa – Hawaiian Independence Day 2022

Let’s celebrate Lā Kūʻokoʻa, a Hawaiian national holiday that marks the date in 1843 when the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi was formally recognized by England and France.

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