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In July of 2024 Kula Manu was blessed to be able to travel to Massachusetts. The primary purpose of this trip was for the Kula Manu club members to visit the Berkshire Museum in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. However, this trip blossomed into so much more!
Harvard
Harvard
Located in Boston, MA, the Peabody Museum allowed us to view sacred Hawaiian artifacts they have acquired. Moreover, the Harvard Museum of Science and Culture hosted us to share a Hawaiian feather work presentation and a "Pua Hulu" workshop for the public community in Boston.
Malia Flemming and Camryn Alomar pictured in the Peabody archives.
Bella Amey pictured holding a lei hulu (Hawaiian feather lei).
Malia Flemming pictured sharing with the Harvard community.
Kuʻulei standing behind Kamehameha ʻEkahi' s ʻahuʻula (Hawaiian cape).
Berkshire Museum
Berkshire Museum
Located in Pittsfield, MA, the Berkshire Museum, a renowned institution that holds upwards of 40,000 relics, welcomed Kula Manu to host two featherwork presentations and work shops. Our club was fortunate to share our ʻike with over 50 adults and children from across the nation.
Kamahaʻo examining a weaved Hawaiian fan at the Berkshire Museum
Kamalei helping a child make his very own feather flower
Kalamakū, Malia, and Kamakoa analyzing documents at the Berkshire Museum
Kamahaʻo explaining to our Berkshire guests what a "Pua Hulu" is
And More!
And More!
Kula Manu had an amazing time in Boston, filled with unforgettable memories. Our club members came together for fun activities that strenghtened friendships and created lasting bonds. We canʻt wait for our next huakaʻi!
Boston Commons
Boston Commons
Founded in 1634, in the heart of the city, Kula Manu visited the Boston Commons. Itʻs considered the "oldest park" in the United States, and our club was fortunate enough to view it's lushious garden and pond. Bringing our culture with us from Hawiʻi, Kula Manu sang hīmeni of "Kaulana Nā Pua", "Kulaiwi", "Hawaiʻi Aloha", and "All Hawaiʻi".
Boston's Museum of Science
Boston's Museum of Science
Kula Manu travelled to the Museum of Science in the heart of Boston, MA. We inhabit characteristics of globally minded servant leaders through the exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics from various perspectives across the nation. We were able to recognize the interconnectedness of our world and identify global issues through interactive exbits, live demonstrations, and immersive experiences.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Being academically prepared means equipping ourselves with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking needed to excel in post high school education. Our club visited M.I.T. which offered members the opportunity to connect and engage with college-life at one of the worldʻs leading institutions of science and technology. We planned this experience in preparation for students to excell in future academic pathways.
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