Konane - Hawaiian Checkers
Description
Come join Park Volunteer Ed Dowling, who will be teaching visitors at Pu'ukoholā Heiau visitor center every Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM about the history of the ancient Hawaiian Polynesian two-player strategy board game called Kōnane and how to play it. It's all about the stratigic skills like chess or go to see how you can trap your opponent. This is a free program that all ages can enjoy and experience a skill taught for generation.
Today, konane, and other Hawaiian games, are enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Konane tournaments are being held, and konane sets may be bought at Hawaiian arts and craft stores and at your local Hawai'i National Park Bookstores.
Contact park staff for any updats on park programs. All events and porgram may subject to chance due to weather or any last minute changes. Mahalo and Enjoy!
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Volunteer Ed will teach you the game of Konane.
Credit: NPS
Event Details
Date & Time
Schedule: Weekly on Tuesdays
From: Sep 4, 2024
To: Dec 30, 2025
Times:
10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Duration: 3 hours
Location
Pu'ukohola Heiau NHS Visitor Center
Cost
Free
Registration
No Registration Required