Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 32, Number 3, 1 March 2015 — OHAIN THE COMMUNITY [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

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OHAIN THE COMMUNITY

KĀHILI INSTALLATION IN OHA OFFICES

Under the direction of Kuahiwi Lorenzo, two kōhili were handcrafted by OHA staff and installed into Lili'uokalani Hall at the OHA offices on Nimitz Highway. The feathers of the kāhili were donated through partnerships with organizations working to preserve Papahānaumokuakea Marine Nahonal Monument. Eaeh kāhili has its own name and significant meaning. One named Kalamakūokano'eau, represents the torch of knowledge; the other, Kalamakūokana'auao, represents the torch of wisdom. Pictured at right: Keola Lindsey, left, Kamoa Quiteves, Jerome Yasuhara and Brad Wong wait for permission to enter the hall to install the kāhili next to a portrait of Oueen Lili'uokalani. Pictured above: Members of OHA staff look on as Cultural Specialist Kalani Akana welcomes the newly installed kāhili with an oli (chant). - Photos: KaiMarkell

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