Join us at Ho‘omaluhia Botanical Garden for a Lunch & Learn at the site of I Ka Uhiwai o Ke Koʻolau, a sculptural installation by Kaili Chun

This gathering invites educators, program administrators, and community members to gain insight into the artwork and moʻolelo of the Koʻolau Mountains alongside Kaili Chun and researcher Kaʻiminaʻauao Kahikina.

Together, we will dive deep into the design and context behind I Ka Uhiwai o Ke Koʻolau by Kaili Chun is a series of four corten steel sculptures. The sculptures are positioned as nānā (viewing portals), that encourage visitors to slow down, stand still, and kilo—to observe the landscape with intention and deeper awareness. Each opening aligns with a puʻu (peak) that carries its own presence and story: Konahuanui, Puʻu Lanihuli, Keahiakahoe, and the sacred waters of Hiʻilaniwai.

RSVP is required.

Lunch will be provided.

Directions:

• All guests are encouraged to enter the Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Gardens through the back gate located at 45-580 Kionaole Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744. See image for additional instructions.
• The sculpture site is located at “Kahua Nui Pavilion.” See map here.