Do you know the history of the Hawai’i state flag? ——— It derives from King Kamehameha I who voluntarily became a British subject along with his Kingdom of Hawai’i Island a British protectorate in 1894. ——— Did you know? Now you do! ——— Aloha Shirt by @manuhealii #hawaii #oahu #hawaiian #flag #history | Aloha Authentic

MAUNAKEA ST. In the ahupuaʻa of Honolulu, which lies in the moku of Kona here on Oʻahu, stands one of the oldest named streets on the island. We are speaking of Maunakea St. Officially named on August 30, 1850, Maunakea Street is one of the first 35 officially named streets in Honolulu. Mauna Kea, meaning “white mountain,” is one of the five volcanoes that formed the island of Hawaiʻi. Also known as Mauna a Wākea, translated as “mountain of Wākea,” the name brings attention to Hawaiian stories.

Aloha! Brighten up your summer by exploring the history, artistry, and production of Hawaii’s enduring fashion statement - the Aloha shirt - in ‘Art of the Aloha Shirt: Keoni of Hawaii, 1938–1951,’ on view at the Washington State History Museum through September 11. This exciting and fun exhibition is for anyone who loves fashion, craftmanship and artistry, and features 60 objects including original textile artwork, production sketches and swatches, advertisements, and of course lots of incredib

What makes the Aloha shirt so special? Dale Hope, author of the book “The Aloha Shirt: Spirit of the Islands,” tells us the history of the worldwide fashion icon that is Hawaii’s most enduring greeter and ambassador. | Hawaiian Airlines