Resources & Articles

John Young’s Kawaihae residence
Young’s Homestead and Kaʻōanaʻeha Hale

Rock Structure Hale vs. Western Style House (Article written by Nicole Martin, PhD)

Herb Kane painting of Keoua approaching Puukohola Heiau by sea
Kamehameha Begins His Bid for Power

Read more about Kamehameha at Puʻukoholā Heiau.

Historic drawing of Queen Kaahumanu
Women's History in the Pacific West

Learn more about the role of women in the history of the Pacific West, including biographies of many historic Hawaiian women.

 

Additionally, A Cultural History of Three Traditional Hawaiian Sites on the West Coast of Hawai'i Island provides an excellent resource for detailed information regarding not only Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site, but also for Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park and Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park.

Last updated: July 2, 2025

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