Interpretive Sign at Niumalu Beach and Kailua Bay
Recent additions of interpretive signs and banners throughout Historic Kailua Village in Kailua-Kona are making it easier for visitors and residents to learn about the natural and cultural heritage of this special area in West Hawaii.
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According to the Kailua Village Business Improvement District, the new signs are inspired by ancient Hawaiian voyaging canoes with design features that include a canoe paddle, canoe sail and custom tapa patterning. The interlocking KV logo is reminiscent of a cattle brand, acknowledging the ranching heritage of Kailua Village.
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Kokua Kailua Village Stroll
It is exciting to see the improvements taking place in this historic district. Since KVBID’s inception there have been many service and visual enhancements and there are more to come.
If you haven’t been to Kona lately, a good opportunity to come see the new signs and banners is the next Kailua Village Stroll on December 12, when Ali’i Drive will be closed to traffic for the afternoon (1-6pm) and become a pedestrian walkway with music, food and artists gathered to promote the “Shop, Dine and Buy Local” theme.
Cindy Whittemore
Hope to see you there!
Cindy Whittemore, R(S), ABR of Clark Realty-Keauhou has been a Hawaii resident since 1959 and a Kona resident since 1989. She and her husband have designed and built 10 homes together in Hawaii, one of which is currently listed for sale in Kukuinui Subdivison. Please contact Cindy with any questions you may have about homes, land or condos in West Hawaii.
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Malama Kailua
Malama Kailua
Kailua Village Signs and Banners
KVBID shared this list of signs and banners that can now be found in Historic Kailua Village:
Kamakahonu: The interpretive sign located here (fronting the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel) tells the importance of Kamakahonu (where King Kamehameha the Great ruled the Hawaiian Kingdom from 1812 until his death in 1819), Ahuena Heiau and the adjacent anchialine ponds. The history and cattle heritage of Kailua Pier is also revealed.
Niumalu Beach: This is small sandy beach in the heart of Historic Kailua Viilage. Niumalu literally means “shade of the coconut tree.” Kailua Bay was named for the two ocean currents that run through it. Reef health, reef creatures, a seasonal surf break and cultural context messages are integrated in this sign.
Mokuaikaua Church and Hulihee Palace: The Village’s two iconic buildings are discussed on the sign located near Hawaii’s oldest Christian church. And on the seaside lawn of Hale Halawai, sign topics are marine life in ancient and modern times.
