Join the Ke Aliʻi Makaʻāinana Hawaiian Civic Club for Native Hawaiians Abroad—Aliʻi Diplomatic Missions, a panel discussion exploring the Hawaiian Kingdom's diplomatic missions to Washington, D.C. Learn how Hawaiian aliʻi and their representatives engaged in nation-to-nation diplomacy while advocating for the sovereignty and future of Hawaiʻi, and why these historic missions continue to resonate today.
Wednesday, September 9, 6:00pm (EST)/ 11:30am (Hawaiʻi time) Native Hawaiians Abroad: Aliʻi Diplomatic Missions- A panel discussion featuring Hailama Farden from OHA, Kumu Hula Missy Schalph, and Shani JP Butts, Esq. In-person- Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) Office, 1025 Connecticut Ave NW #600, Washington, DC 20036
Thursday, September 10, 10am- 12pm (EST) - Native Hawaiians Abroad: Aliʻi Diplomatic Missions Walking TourFollow in the footsteps of Hawaiian aliʻi and diplomats on a guided walking tour through historic Washington, D.C. Visit the sites where Hawaiian Kingdom leaders conducted nation-to-nation diplomacy between 1842 and 1898, and discover the enduring legacy of Hawaiʻi's international relationships.
Friday, September 11, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon (EST) - Optional Mt. Vernon Grounds and House Tour - During this tour, you will have an opportunity to enjoy the grounds and the manor much like Queen Kapi`olani and Princess Lydia Lili‘uokalani did during their visit.
Queen Kapi‘olani led the journey to Great Britain, accompanied by Princess Lydia Lili‘uokalani to celebrate the 50-year reign of QueenVictoria. On their way to England, the entourage made several stops in the United States before departing across the Atlantic to Great Britain. While in Washington, they visited and dined with President Grover Cleveland and the First Lady, went sightseeing and visited the residence ofGeorge Washington at Mount Vernon.
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