Future Park Programs
Educational Programs
Historical Structures – The KHLF will build and establish in the Park new rest stations, convenience areas, and covered/canopied areas in the traditional style (similar to the kauhale). Native materials will be used when available. Non-native materials will be used as necessary to ensure the structures meet current building codes or requirements. Participants will learn traditional and modern building methods and procedures. An advanced class would address the rebuild and refurbishment of existing structures. Participants will utilize all known ancient building methodologies and original materials.
Through a collaboration with the University of Hawaiʻi (UH) Hawaiian Studies Program, UH School of Architecture, and other Archeological partners, the KHLF will host workshops or field work activities where Participants review historical structures and attempt to interpret their design, purpose, construction, and use. 3-dimensional physical or virtual models would be developed and refined using historical references and other sources. Participants will draw inspiration from previous interpretations produced during the archaeological reviews by Dave Tuggle and Rubellite Johnson and couple that with knowledge, understanding, and insight derived from literature reviews of ancientmoʻolelo and other sources to create better understandings of the physical structures.
Some of the topics for investigation and discussion will include:
Analysis of structure and layout in relation to Hawaiian concepts of alignment
Examination of ties between Kalaeloa and Tahiti through physical structures
Historical significance of the Kualakaʻi trail in the ʻEwa Moku
Connecting ancient moʻolelo to physical locations (i.e., voyage ofHiʻiaka to ʻEwa Moku)
Building in alignment with nature using natural materials
Ancient Lifestyles Exhibit(s) – The KHLF will create live exhibits populated by trained personnel (or Park volunteers) that showcase traditional and ancient lifestyles at various points throughout the Park. The live exhibits will include reenactments of ancient practices (i.e., hale building, feather-work, food preparation, woodworking, hula, lua, etc.), all set physically in a historical context that resembles, as much as feasible, the actual way of life for residents of this area.
When the interpretive reimaging portion of the Park is completed, Park staff will guide Participants through interactions with the live exhibit personnel at various points along the tour. Exhibit personnel will dress and act as appropriate for people living in that bygone age. All interactions between exhibit personnel will be in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi anddocents will translate for visitors as necessary. Visitors will be encouraged to try their hand at some of the activities.
Stewardship and Land Management – The KHLF will teach methodologies for stewardship and land management on site at the Park. Participants will learn about the challenges associated with preserving the cultural, historical, archeological, and architectural landscapes at the Park. Experts or other professionals in the field will be on-hand to teach conservation, stewardship, and land managementtechniques. Potential partners include the UH Mānoa, HCDA, etc. Apossible activity may include a review and discussion of the 2014 KHLF Conceptual Plan where Participants will help to define and refine the overarching conservation plan for the Park.
Park staff may export these classes to other locations to assist with the development of stewardship and land management processes. Park staff will help facilitate these discussions or workshops with the assistance of experts or other professionals in the field.
Self-guided Site Tour – The KHLF will offer self-guided, self-paced tours for small groups or those that prefer a more free-flowing park experience. KHLF will partner with software developers or providers (i.e., area public schools, UHWO/UH Mānoa, www.onthisspot.ca, etc.) to provide content and collaboratively create or build a self-guided walking tour application for the Park.
Park visitors will install the app which allows smartphone users to pull up historical information, pictures, and in-depth commentary based on their Global Positioning System (GPS) or map based location within the park. Videos and other rich media can be embedded in the application to provide deeper understanding or context. The application will be for a very reasonable fee. Content will be updated on an annual basis.
Self-guided app tours will cost the same as the guided tour but allow better use of park docents. It is expected that 40% of park visitors will opt for the self-guided tour. Future releases could provide the application in multiple languages. The application will include links to the KHLF webpage(s) and provide the ability to donate directly from the app.
US Military History – Park staff provide a historical look at United States (US) Military history within the Kalaeloa region – including Naval Air Station Barbers Point, Marine Corps Air Station ʻEwa, and Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point – from the 1940s to the present.
Some of the topics for investigation and discussion will include:
Intersection of US Military and native Hawaiians
Effects of militarization of Kalaeloa on the natural environment. Participants will discuss the impacts of militarization on the Kalaeloa area. Analysis and review of soils reports, environmental reviews and assessments, surveys, and other documentation will inform Participants on how exposure to the US Military has affected Kalaeloa.
Reforestation and Preservation of Native Plants – Currently Dr. Koebele utilizes greenhouse facilities at UH to grow seedlings before transporting and transplanting at the Park. The KHLF will establish a greenhouse facility on site at the Park which will integrate aquaponics or hydroponics systems. Native and endemic plants will be cultivated for transplanting or reforestation throughout the Park.
Participants in this program will learn the difference between the two systems, the operation and maintenance of the system, and conduct various experiments cultivating native fish and plants. Participants learn about sustainable technologies and the curriculum is aligned with current science standards. Participants will also learn horticulture techniques as well as activities related to plant propagation, testing seeds for germination, grafting, composting and mulching, etc.
Output or product from the greenhouse and aquaponics/hydroponics systems may be available for sale in the visitor center.
Some of the topics for investigation and discussion will include:
Effects of non-native or invasive species on the natural environment
Canoe plants and botanical ties to Tahiti (i.e., ʻulu, kī, etc.)
Plants native and endemic to the ʻEwa Moku
Xeriscape
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) – A variety of STEM curricula would leverage the Park as a physical laboratory. TheKHLF will partner with the Kamehameha Schools ʻEwa Region Community Engagement and Resources department to develop the curricula. Existing partnerships with Department of Education (DOE)ʻEwa Complex STEM programs would ensure alignment with DOEstandards. Participants in the program would utilize the natural resources and physical aspects of the Park as part of their place based learning.
Some of the topics for investigation and discussion will include:
Mapping underground karst system and ancient rivers using drones and/or remotes
Site mapping using ground penetrating radar or Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) systems
Calculating the carrying capacity of the Park area in ancient times based on a physical review of the habitat
Building structures using natural materials versus engineered or man-made materials
Solar power generation and related experiments
Wind power generation and related experiments
Community Involvement
Docent Training – Park staff train interested parties to become docents at the park. A certification process will be created through which docent trainees are shadowed by a trainer until they are proficient and capable of handling tours solo. Docent training will allow participants to convert time spent providing guided tours into completion of service or work-study requirements.
Hale Building Workshops – Cultural practitioners skilled in traditional Hawaiian style hale will provide workshops at the Park. Participants will learn about ancient methods as well as the names for the parts of a hale. Ancient and modern construction materials and techniques will be examined and compared. Hands on practice with lashing techniques will build skill and dexterity. Current laws and building code and their application with respect to modern hale will be discussed. A culminating project will consist of building a hale onsite using modernized materials.
Hawaiian Traditional Protocols Workshops – The KHLF will partner with expert cultural practitioners to provide chant and protocols workshops at the Park. Participants will be instructed in these traditional arts and provided with opportunities to learn the history of these arts as potentially practiced by ancient Hawaiians living in Kalaeloa. Participants will pay a nominal fee to the cultural practitioners for the workshop(s) attended.
Cultural Arts Workshops – The KHLF will partner with culturalpractitioners skilled in moʻolelo, moʻokūʻauhau, kakau, lua, hula, and lāʻau lapaʻau to provide related workshops at the park. Participants will be instructed in these traditional arts and provided with opportunities to learn the history of these arts as potentially practiced by ancient Hawaiians living in Kalaeloa. Practitioners will pay a fee for using Park facilities. Participants will pay a nominal fee to the cultural practitioners for the workshop(s) attended.
The kakau workshop will utilize pigments created with materials found at the Park.
The lāʻau lapaʻau workshop will make use of plants growing at thePark such as pōpolo, pohā, kaunaʻoa, etc.
A mutually agreeable partnership with a local kumu hula will provide the hālau with a permanent home at the Park in exchange for periodic hula workshops.
Lua classes will be held with knowledgeable partner organizations
Woodworking Workshops – The KHLF will partner with cultural practitioners versed in traditional woodworking to provide workshops at the Park. Participants will learn about the various traditional tools and methods used in ancient times as well as the modern equivalent. For a nominal fee participants will be able to create one of several types of pieces (i.e., ihe, ʻōʻō, kuamoʻo, papa kuʻi ʻai, ʻumeke, etc.). Practitioners will pay a fee for using Park facilities.
Mea ʻai Workshops – The KHLF will partner with DOH certified cultural practitioners to provide workshops on producing native foods from crops grown at the Park (i.e., ʻuala, ʻulu, maiʻa, kalo, etc.). Participants will learn about the various traditional tools and methods used in ancient times to create the foods as well as the modern equivalent. Practitioners will pay a fee for using Park facilities.
Native/Endemic Plant Workshops – Participants in this class will learn the proper procedure for caring for the various native or endemic plants cultivated and planted at the Park. Hands-on lessons on proper planting and feeding techniques as well as pruning and maintenance will be provided. Participants will be encouraged to take home plants to practice propagation and further their skills.
Makahiki – The annual celebration of Lono and the time of peace will be observed at the Park. Participants will learn about the historical significance of the time of Makahiki. Various chants, oli, and protocol will be demonstrated as Lono is welcomed into the Park. Participants will observe and participate in the traditional games that were played during this time of celebration.
Fundraising Events
Mele at the Park – The KHLF will present an annual series of concerts featuring local, national, and international musical acts at the Park. Guests will pay an entry fee for access to the venue. The Park will provide partners and vendors with booth space to offer related goods and services during the concert, including food and beverages, for a nominal fee. Preference will be given to musical acts that align with Park mission and goals or offer cultural relevance.
Art at the Park – The KHLF will hold periodic art festivals at the Park. Local, national, and international artists – both professional and amateur – with cultural ties or alignment with the Park’s mission, goals, and values will be showcased. The Park will provide artists with booth space to exhibit their work as well as create and demonstrate their methods and practices for a nominal fee. Guests will pay an entry fee for access to the venue.
Craft Fairs – The KHLF will host periodic craft fairs at the Park. Booth space will be provided to local artisans and cultural practitioners to display, perform, or offer their goods and services to Guests. Vendors will be charged a nominal fee and Guests will pay an entry fee for access to the venue. Craft fairs will be held during traditional holidaygift or craft fair “seasons”.
Parties at the Park – The KHLF will rent designated grounds or space(s)at the Park for parties, lūʻau, or other events. Fees for use will be basedon headcount. A non-refundable service fee will be required to hold the grounds. Imu area will be available for an additional charge (kiawe wood will be provided at no charge). The KHLF will provide a list of pre- approved party equipment vendors who offer goods and services at competitive prices. Vendors can be listed as a recommended supplier for a nominal fee. Access to restrooms and parking will be included in the package(s).
Weddings in the Park – The KHLF will offer a chapel or other designated area to hold weddings and receptions. Fees for use will be based on headcount. A non-refundable service fee will be required to hold the grounds. Imu area will be available for an additional charge (kiawe wood will be provided at no charge). The KHLF will provide a list of pre-approved vendors who offer goods and services at competitive prices. The KHLF will provide a list of recommended kahuna/priests/officiants. Vendors can be listed for a nominal fee. Access to restrooms and parking will be included in the package(s). Preference will be given to traditional Hawaiian style weddings.
Weekly Farmer’s Market – The KHLF will hold weekly farmer’s marketsat the Park. Booth space will be provided to local vendors who will sell their fresh farm products and goods to Guests. Vendors will be charged a nominal fee and Guests will pay an entry fee for access to the venue.
Annual Hula Festival – The KHLF will host an annual hula festival on the Park grounds. While the festival will be open to hālau throughout the state, hālau from the ʻEwa Moku will be showcased and anchor the festival. A partnership with local kumu hula will help drive the festival. Hālau will be invited to participate at no charge. Booth space will be provided to vendors who will be allowed to market their goods and services to Guests. Vendors will be charged a nominal fee and Guests will pay an entry fee for access to the venue.
Ghost Tours – The KHLF may establish an annual ghost tour through the Park that derives themes and imagery from Native Hawaiian myths and legends. Participants would pay a fee for entrance to the tour.
Civic Programs
Meetings and Meeting Space – The KHLF will provide various sizes of office or meeting space to community groups at a competitive hourly rate. Meeting rooms will be modular and allow for flexible configurations to accommodate various group sizes. Wi-Fi based internet access and Park provided audio/video equipment will be available for an additional fee.
Performing Arts Theatre – A theatre incorporated into the visitor center will showcase live performances, film screenings, or other performing arts with a focus on Native Hawaiian arts and culture. The theatre will also be available for local school productions. Interested parties could rent the theatre place to hold their productions provided that those productions meet KHLF requirements and guidelines. Guests would pay an entrance fee to attend each performance.