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Loko Iʻa

Over many generations, Hawaiian have raised fish using sustainable loko iʻa which would be used to feed the community.

Loko Iʻa: Kūpuna Technology In Action

About this exhibit

Hawaiʻi’s Loko Iʻa (Hawaiian Fishpond) is an innovative part of our ahupuaʻa and the aquaculture system that has thrived for many generations. The Loko Iʻa Exhibit highlights STEM components of traditional Hawaiian fishpond systems and the brilliant engineering of the native Hawaiian people that aided to the Hawaiian communal society’s sustainable aquatic ecosystem.

 

This experience takes the visitor through 5 sections that aim to invigorate the scientist in them by activating their skill in kilo (observation to understand), noiʻi (investigation to know), and ʻimiloa (further explore). This Hawaiian culture and science pop-up exhibit provides an opportunity for all ages to learn how the loko iʻa (fishpond) affects the environment as this exhibit walks visitors through activities that will help connect native Hawaiian practices and STEM science.

Exhibit Features

Explore informational and interactive stations to:

host THIS EXHIBIT

Loko Iʻa is available as a pop-up Hawaiian culture and science exhibit.

 

For pricing and availability, contact Alaka‘i Aglipay at (808) 693-7222 ext. 610 or alakaia@inpeace.org

Exhibit Specs

Required Size
Minimum 1,200 sq ft

 

Required Ceiling Height
Minimum 10 ft

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