In 1959 the kukui nut tree was declared the State of Hawaii ... The story of the kukui nut is one of many living examples of early Hawaiian resourcefulness and their ability to harness numerous ...

The sculpture was inspired by Lahainaluna’s alma mater and reflects Shiroma’s passion for Hawaiian culture and the land. The Maui News / DAKOTA GROSSMAN photo LAHAINA — Ke Kukui Pio’ole ...