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Kamehameha Schools presents tribute to Kamehameha III (March 13)

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Hawaii island families, visitors, Hawaiian music lovers and others looking for a great event in West Hawaii are invited to join the Kamehameha Schools for a three-day tribute in honor of Kamehameha III.

The Lani Kauikeaouli tribute festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 13 at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay.

Dr. Kamana Beamer will present “Kauikeaouli: A man of vision.”

On Saturday, March 14, the celebration continues on the Hawaii lawn at the Sheraton with a free concert featuring John Cruz, Brittni Paiva, Natalie Ai Kamauu and Meleuhane. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, pick a spot and browse the Hawaiian vendor marketplace.

Students of Ke Kula o Ehunuikaimalino and Kanu o ka Aina will participate in an ongoing Mele Murals live art exhibition on site, throughout the day.

Donations and proceeds from the event will benefit Mele Murals, an art education and cultural preservation community program encouraging leadership development among Hawaii’s youth.

On Tuesday, March 17 at 10 a.m., the Daughters of Hawaii, the Royal Order of Kamehameha, and Kamehameha Schools invite all to join them for a special tribute ceremony honoring Kauikeaouli at the place of his birth at Keauhou Bay.

When:
Lecture by Dr. Kamana Beamer Friday, March 13 ∙ 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Free Concert Saturday, March 14 ∙ 4:30 to 10 p.m.
Special Tribute Ceremony Tuesday, March 17 ∙ 10 a.m.

Where:
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay
Lecture by Dr. Kamana Beamer at Keauhou Ballroom

Free Concert Hawaii Lawn
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay

Special Tribute Ceremony
Kauikeaouli’s birth site at Keauhou Bay

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