Today in the chambers of the Hawai’i Supreme Court in Ali’iolani Hale, the Royal Order of Kamehameha I paid tribute to our founder, Lot Kapuāiwa, Kamehameha V on the 184th anniversary of his birth. Click here for instructions on downloading full size image files from the gallery. Here are the photos from today’s festivities. PhotosRead more

Newly-elevated James Maunakea Sonognini, Mamo Hawai’i, just left of center.Read more

Tonight we had the pleasure of elevating four members to Mamo Hawai‘i in Chapter 1. Renson Madarang, Vernon Kim, Glenn Ah Nee, and Lopaka Kapanui, all took the third step to full membership in the Royal Order of Kamehameha I. We also welcomed new Malihini James Maunakea Songonini on his first step to Mamo Hawai‘i.Read more

The 2014 King Kamehameha Celebration. Ali’i Sunday, Kawaiaha’o Church, Sun. Jun. 8, 9:00 a.m. Royal Order Torch Lighting Ceremony, Kamehameha Statue, Tues., Jun. 10, 5:30 p.m. Mamakakaua Ceremony, Kamehameha Statue, Wed., Jun. 11, 8:30 a.m. Lei Draping, Kamehameha Statue, Wed., Jun. 11, 3:00 p.m. Kamehameha Parade, Iolani Palace to Kapi’olani Park, Sat., Jun. 14, 9:00Read more