Museum After Hours spotlights its newest exhibition Ea Mai ʻEiwa (Nine Patterns of Practice), which features works by Nālani Kanakaʻole (1946–2026), Sig Zane, and Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane, a family of artists from Hilo, Hawaiʻi. The title is a reference to “Kūhaʻimoana,” a chant that describes the migration of a family of shark gods, the “structures of nine” that embody the tangible skills and talent held by each individual shark and the foundational rituals brought from Kahiki to Hawaiʻi that ensured their survival. The exhibition showcases how the 3 artists look to chants for data, knowledge holding and story telling which become inspirational levers for their creative pieces.
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On Friday, May 8, 2026, Bishop Museum and the Edith Kanakaʻole Foundation pay tribute to the vanguard, Nālani Kanakaʻole. In honor of her innovation and inspiration in cultural practices – as choreographer, composer, designer, and artist – this special program brings together ʻohana and multiple generations of cultural practitioners to present original compositions created by Nālani Kanakaʻole in the form of hula, mele, oli, and written poetry. The live performances will take place throughout Hawaiian Hall with her compositions connecting the galleries. The program also features a panel of kumu hula and creatives who have been inspired by Nālani Kanakaʻole’s ‘a‘ahu hula and modern apparel design.
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