Polynesian Wood Carving on Maui

4.8 (11 reviews) Maui, USA
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

This is a charming, insightful and a even little bit suspenseful experience as he takes a raw piece of wood to a finished carving before your eyes. There's nothing like us in all of Hawai'i. Enjoy our unique "Migrations" Galleries that trace Hawai'i's history through costumes, dance implements and musical instruments of the various cultures that have migrated to Hawai'i. Conveniently located in Central Maui you can also shop and enjoy the Queen Ka'ahumanu Food Court.

What's included

  • Local guide (English)
  • Tools and wood provided to try it yourself.
  • Gratuity not included.
  • Meals/Refreshments not included.

What to expect

This is 1 hour experience.

Arrive early to check in and peruse our three galleries of cultural costume exhibits that depict the Migrations to Hawai’i over the centuries, and how the various cultures influenced dance, art and Hawaiian life. From the First Polynesians to plantation era to modern Hawai’i, this is a vibrant and educational series of displays sure to delight and enlighten.

Then starting at 1:00pm, enjoy an hour of Talk Story by our expert wood carver.

He’ll explain the tools, methods and his approach to the ancient craft.

Watch as he creates a carving from start to finish and shares some of the history, tradition, and symbology of Polynesian carving and his own family’s generations of carving.

You'll even get a chance to give it a try. No experience necessary.

All ages. Great for the whole family.

  1. Queen Ka'ahumanu Center

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located inside the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center. Enter from the front of shopping center. Take the escalator or elevator up to the 2nd floor. Wonderful World of Aloha is located to the LEFT of the Fun Factory arcade.

End point

We are located inside the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center. Enter from the front of shopping center. Take the escalator or elevator up to the 2nd floor. Wonderful World of Aloha is located to the LEFT of the Fun Factory arcade.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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