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Kalaniʻōpuʻu-a-Kaiamamao (c. 1729 – April 1782) was the aliʻi nui (supreme monarch) of the island of Hawaiʻi. He was called Terreeoboo, King of Owhyhee by James Cook and other Europeans. His name has also been written as Kaleiopuu.
Learn about the historic return of the ʻahu ʻula and mahiole of Kalaniʻōpuʻu, the aliʻi nui of Hawaiʻi Island, who greeted Captain Cook in 1779. Watch the documentary, see the feedback and explore the significance of these treasured featherworks.
Watch how the return of Kalaniʻōpuʻu's feathered garments inspired cultural connections and partnerships in Hawaiʻi. Learn more about the high chief and his mea kapu in this 25-minute film by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
Jul 10, 2020 · By: Sean Mallon. On: 10 Jul 2020. Yesterday we announced the repatriation of two significant Hawaiian waiwai (treasures) to Hawai‘i. Here we republish an updated version of a blog written by Sean Mallon in 2016, documenting the journey of the ʻahu ʻula (feathered cloak) and mahiole (feathered helmet). ‘Ahu ‘ula (feathered ...
New Zealand has formally repatriated an intricately woven ʻahu ʻula (feathered cloak) and a brightly colored mahiole (helmet) that changed hands during a pivotal moment in Hawaiian history ...
Mar 16, 2016 · In 1912, when Kalaniʻōpuʻu’s ʻahu ʻula and mahiole were unexpectedly gifted to New Zealand, they became part of the national museum’s collection and have been here since. I write this from New Zealand, in the country that they will leave in a few short hours.
Feb 16, 2016 · The Treasured Mahiole (feathered helmet) and ‘Ahu ‘Ula (feathered cloak) of Kalani‘ōpu‘u makes its way back to the Hawaiian Islands for the first time after leaving its shores on Captain ...
