Living Culture Engagement: The Art and Significance of Lei

Living Culture Engagement: The Art and Significance of Lei

With Mel Kahōkūloa Lantaka, kumu lei (lei teacher)

Saturday, August 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hawaiian Hall Atrium

This program is free with paid Museum admission.

See a wide range of materials and techniques used in traditional and modern-era lei making. In addition to flowers, lei can be made from shells, foliage, feathers, and seeds in a variety of styles that are ever evolving. Learn the continued importance of making, giving, and wearing lei daily and for cultural events.

The Bishop Museum Living Culture series and workshops are supported by Hawai‘i Tourism through the Kūkulu Ola Program.