The Restoration Plan
Phase I: (completed)
- Perimeter security wall and protective signage.
- Adjacent parcel acquisition.
- 3‐D site survey and documentation.
- Install traditional Ki'i wooden statues
- Interpretive signs and viewing platform
- Celestial navigation markers
- Replanting of 400 native trees
- Assembly of cultural stone masons and volunteers.
Phase II: (three year time‐frame)
- Rock wall restoration.
- Drainage plan and flood mitigation.
- Fishpond restoration.
- Taro field restoration.
- Removal of hurricane debris.
- Selected house site restoration.
- Pathways and viewing points.
- Grounds open to public.
Phase III: (five year time‐frame)
- Interpretive center construction/remodel.
- Interpretive displays install.
- Facilities integration with Poʻipū Beach Park.
- Cultural activities and educational programs.
- Host traditional Makahiki games.
- Interpretive visitor center open to public.
Project organizers have used Kekahuna's map to outline twelve areas for restoration. Area one is highlighted here.
2015 aerial view. Restoration will move around the outside of the makahiki arena, starting with Area 1.
The HTA Award will help restore the interior village walls located here in area 1.
The Kūkulu Hale will be 30 by 50 feet, the largest in the village.
