Located in Pāhoa, Hale Hālāwai O Puna is a cultural mākeke, hub, and a platform that fosters pride, belonging, cultural preservation, and local economic growth through values-based, community-driven initiatives. It is an investment in our residents— those who steward our ʻāina and uplift our community.
Hale Hālāwai O Puna unites diverse community partners who share a passion for increasing pride in place and providing visitors with an authentic, regenerative experience of Puna.
As a premiere cultural entrepreneur marketplace, it enhances access to Puna’s cultural and creative landscapes, ensuring that visitor products and experiences are dynamic and rooted in respect for the natural environment and spaces local residents call home.
Hale Hālāwai O Puna is a catalyst for sustaining indigenous practices and creating opportunities for cultural practitioners, artisans, and entrepreneurs to thrive.
By prioritizing community-driven ownership and initiatives, Hale Hālāwai O Puna establishes a foundation for a values-based, equitable, and circular economy – where success is shared and reinvested in the community.
Hale Hālāwai O Puna features authentic experiences and locally crafted products, hosting:
Cultural Marketplace
Community Meetings
Celebrations Honoring Local Culture & Heritage
Educational Workshops
Farm-to-table Pop-up Eating Experiences
Town Parties ft. Local Talent
Hale Halāwai O Puna provides educational workshops and other unique opportunities for residents and visitors alike to connect with local sustainable forests programs and regenerative tourism efforts, offering immersive experiences that deepen connections between people, culture, and ʻāina.
