08/26/2026
Mahalo to everyone who joined us for a meaningful morning at Apuakehau, learning about the history and cultural significance of kalo and helping restore this historic cultural landscape.
In partnership with the County of Maui’s Department of ʻŌiwi Resources and supported by the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s National Trust Preservation Funds, participants helped replant all three kalo patches originally built by Lahaina Restoration Foundation in 2020.
Led by James Simpliciano of , the workshop included learning about the Hawaiian origin story of kalo, preparing and planting huli, and tasting kalo in several forms, including paʻiʻai, poi, cooked kalo and lūʻau leaf.
Participants also took home their own huli to begin growing kalo at home, creating an ongoing connection to this important Hawaiian crop.
Mahalo to our partners, volunteers and everyone who helped make this special day possible. We look forward to seeing these kalo patches grow and welcoming participants back to Apuakehau for harvest. 🌱
