On Friday, Sept. 8th we celebrated the opening of Mālama Wao Akua 2023. Huge mahalos to Hālau Wehiwehi O Leilehua for the beautiful performance, food provided by Tight Tacos, Maui Cones, Suns Out Buns Out, Choke Ice Cream, and sunset music by Liz Morales and Jason Soon.
Mahalo to all the people that made the event so successful and amazing. Here are some photos from the opening event. Enjoy!
Award Winning Artwork
Part of this special evening was congratulating our artist award winners. Here are award winning selections made by Juror’s Kirk Kurokawa and Scott Fisher, PHD.