MNBG Calendar

Events & Workshops 2023

The following workshops will be announced soon. Keep an eye out for them!
Explore Hawaiian Wearable Kapa Making Techniques | June 3rd & 4th
Dye Making from Native Plants | June 17th
Imu Building | July 28th & 29th
Wreath Making with Native Plants | December 2nd
Workshop Cancellation Information


Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui Presents:
Hoʻomau 2023
Saturday, March 25, | 9 am to Sunset
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens

$15 presale $20 at the door
The Premier ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Event of the year!

Benefits the keiki of @punanaleoomaui


E kalo ʻai a koʻu makua
The kalo that feeds is my parent
Harvesting, Prepping, & Cooking Kalo
with Namea Hoshino

Saturday, May 27, | 9 am to 1 pm

"E kalo ʻai a koʻu makua." - The kalo that feeds is my parent. Harvesting, prepping, and cooking kalo: this is a different kind of cooking class for those who want to go beyond poi, lau lau, and kūlolo. MNBG Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino will be leading hands-on preparations of leaf, corm, and stem and sharing recipes for all three. Bring your apron and your own kalo recipes to share!

Members: $40.30
New Members: $65, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership


Hawaiian ʻAwa Workshop with Kaʻiana Runnels
TWO DAYS:
Saturday, April 29th | 9am to 12pm
Sunday, April 30th | 9am to 3pm

‘Awa (Piper methysticum) was an important medicine and ceremonial beverage in early Hawai‘i. It is a sacred offering within traditional Hawaiian religious ceremonies, and can be made into a ceremonial drink believed to help open communication channels with others, and with the natural elements. Today, it continues to be used as a sedative; to induce relaxation and sleep, especially when combined with lomi lomi, or massage. In this two-day workshop, cultural practitioner Kaʻiana Runnels of Moku o Keawe will lead the class in exploring the heritage Hawaiian varieties of ‘awa by covering variety identification, planting methods, pest and disease control, and plant uses. Participants will dig up a two-year-old ‘awa at MNBG and cut, clean, process, observe protocol, and sample fresh made ‘awa.

Members: $50.25
New Members: $75, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership

Scholarships:
Seven scholarships are available for participants with Native Hawaiian ancestry. Email info@mnbg.org for more information.

Note: This is a TWO-DAY workshop. Participants must attend both days.


ʻApu ʻAwa Workshop with Kukini Suwa
Saturday, May 6th:
Morning Session:
9am - 12pm
Afternoon Session: 12:30pm - 3:30pm

ʻAwa (Piper methysticum, a.k.a. Kava) is an important ceremonial plant in Hawai‘i and across Oceania. Special drinking cups, called ‘apu ‘awa, are made from a coconut shell, cut lengthwise, and used for drinking ‘awa. This three-hour workshop is led by Hawaiian language instructor and cultural practitioner Kukini Suwa. 2.5 hours will be creating an ʻapu (implement for drinking ʻawa/kava) from a niu (coconut). Participants will create an ʻapu from a whole coconut and finish with a high quality ʻapu. Workshop will conclude with a 30-minute introduction to ʻawa, a brief history of ʻawa in Hawaiʻi, ʻawa etiquette and consumption.

Participants are encouraged to bring a niu (coconut) from their home/district as to personalize the experience, however niu will be supplied to those who don't have.

Members: $50.25
New Members: $75, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership


Na ʻono i ka lau a me ke kalo
The tasty leaf and kalo
Identifying & Taste Testing Kalo & Lau with Namea Hoshino
Saturday, July 15 | 9 to 1 pm

Students will get an overview of heritage Hawaiian kalo varieties and taste test a selection of cooked corm and leaf from within the MNBG collection. Join Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino to learn how taste and texture change according to variety and growing conditions.

Members: $40.30
New Members: $65, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership


Ka pili oha mai kaʻāina a ka moana ke kalo
The interconnections Between Land, Sea, & Kalo with Namea Hoshino

Saturday, September 23 | 9am - 1pm

Photo credits (clockwise from top left): Manini, Acanthurus triostegus sandvicensis by Jim Bahn; ʻElepaio, Chasiempsis sandwichensis by Bettina Arrigoni; ʻElepaio, Kalo by Jerry Konanui; Manini Kea, Kalo by Jerry Konanui

Hawaiian kalo varieties names also refer to other things. Gain hands-on experience in harvesting and identifying heritage varieties. Learn about Hawaiian land, sea, animal, plant names and their connections to kalo varieties names with MNBG Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino.

Members: $40.30
New Members $65, includes Naupaka-level Garden Membership


Check Here Often for Upcoming Workshops!


Cancellations (paid workshops): Space is limited and registering without payment does not guarantee a spot. Once paid registration is full, MNBG will accept unpaid registrations in the order they are received to place you on a waitlist. Refunds for cancellations will be given only if you call 249-2798 to inform us of the cancellation at least 24 hours before the workshop begins. No-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours before a workshop will forfeit registration and membership fees.
Mahalo for your understanding.

Cancellations (free workshops): Space is limited, so if you need to cancel please call us at 249-2798 to free space for others to register.

Mar
25
Sat
2023
Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui Presents: Hoʻomau 2023
Mar 25 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui Presents:
Hoʻomau 2023
Saturday, March 25, | 9 am to Sunset
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens

$15 presale $20 at the door
The Premier ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Event of the year!
Benefits the keiki of @punanaleoomaui


Apr
7
Fri
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Good Friday
Apr 7 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Good Friday
Friday, April 7, 2023

May
27
Sat
2023
E kalo ʻai a koʻu makua (The kalo that feeds is my parent – Harvesting, prepping, and cooking kalo.)
May 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm


This is a different kind of cooking class for those who want to go beyond poi, laulau, and kulolo. Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino will be leading hands-on preparations of leaf, corm, and stem and sharing recipes for all three. Bring your apron and your own kalo recipes to share!

Csto: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Jul
4
Tue
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Independence Day
Jul 4 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Independence Day
Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Jul
15
Sat
2023
Na ʻono i ka lau a me ke kalo (The tasty leaf and kalo – Identifying and taste testing.)
Jul 15 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday, July 15, 9 to 12 pm – Na ʻono i ka lau a me ke kalo (The tasty leaf and kalo – Identifying and taste testing.)

Students will get an overview of heritage Hawaiian kalo varieties and taste test a selection of cooked corm and leaf from within the MNBG collection. Join Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino to learn how taste and texture change according to variety and growing conditions.

Cost: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Aug
18
Fri
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Admissions Day
Aug 18 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Admissions Day
Friday, August 18, 2023

Sep
23
Sat
2023
Ka pili oha mai kaʻāina a ka moana ke kalo (The interconnections between land, sea, and kalo in variety names.)
Sep 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday, September 23, 9 to 12 pm – Ka pili oha mai kaʻāina a ka moana ke kalo (The interconnections between land, sea, and kalo in variety names.)

ʻElepaio, ʻO‘opukai, ‘Apuwai…Hawaiian kalo cultivar names also refer to other things. Hawaiian Cultivars Manager Namea Hoshino will teach about Hawaiian land, sea, animal, and plant names and their connections to kalo varieties names. Apply your new knowledge as you practice identifying differences between heritage varieties.

Cost: $40 for current Garden members, $65 for new members.

Registration Coming Soon.

Nov
10
Fri
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Veterans Day
Nov 10 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Veterans Day
Friday, November 10, 2023

Nov
22
Wed
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day – Thanksgiving
Nov 22 @ 12:00 pm – Nov 24 @ 8:00 am

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day – Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 22, 2023 – Half day, closed at 12 pm for Thanksgiving

Nov
23
Thu
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Thanksgiving
Nov 23 all-day

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed – Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 23, 2023

Dec
23
Sat
2023
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day for Christmas
Dec 23 @ 12:00 pm – Dec 25 @ 8:00 am

Maui Nui Botanical Gardens is Closed Half day
Saturday, December 23, 2023 – Half day, closed at 12 pm for Christmas

Location
The Garden is located at 150 Kanaloa Avenue in Kahului, Maui, right across from the War Memorial Stadium.
(808) 249-2798

Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Saturday,
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed occasionally for inclement weather and Hawaii State Holidays.

Admission
Members: Free
General: $10
Kama'āina (with Hawai'i ID) & Keiki Under 12: Free

Please Consider
Making a Donation

Every dollar contributed to Maui Nui Botanical Gardens goes directly towards the preservation of Native Hawaiian Plants and the upkeep of our collection that includes some of the rarest specimens in whole world!

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