Join the community on Friday, June 28 at 9am when Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi, in collaboration with the Lei Pua ‘Ala Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi project, will unveil a new historical plaque honoring the Glade. A Chinatown nightclub famous for its “Boys Will Be Girls” revue, the Glade was also a place of safety and … Continue reading The Glade Show Club Historic Plaque Unveiling

Lei Pua ʻAla | Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi has announced auditions for dancers with a strong foundation in traditional hula and an appreciation for discovery for a new project conceived, directed and choreographed by Kumu Hula Patrick Makuakāne. Be part of a history-making Hōʻike celebrating Waikīkīʻs historic past. Auditions will be held Friday, July 12 … Continue reading Lei Pua ʻAla Dancers Auditions

Lei Pua ʻAla is looking for stories across all our communities for an educational website exploring Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi. Itʻs an opportunity to honor our histories and create a lasting record for future generations. Submissions can be of any length suitable for web content, with an emphasis on research and specific places or times … Continue reading Lei Pua ʻAla: Call for Story Submissions

Mayor Rick Blangiardi will kick-off Honolulu Pride Month with a ceremonial flag raising and reading of a proclamation in recognition of the Wilhelmina Tenney Rainbow Shower Tree, Cassia x nealiae. The treeʻs name honors two early 20th century lesbians in Hawaiʻi, and henceforth it will be the official Pride Tree of Honolulu. Hosted by Hawaiʻi … Continue reading Pride Tree Proclamation and Flag Raising Ceremony

Join the community and celebrate Honolulu Pride Month at Ali'iōlani Hale with this special exhibition continuing through October 31. Learn about the journey toward equality for all in Hawaiʻi’s uniquely multicultural landscape. “Kaulike No Nā Mea A Pau: Toward Queer Justice in Hawaiʻi,” is a collaboration between Lei Pua ʻAla Queer Histories of Hawaiʻi and … Continue reading Kaulike No Nā Mea A Pau