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Local Artisans

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A lively UH Alumni Makers Market at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, featuring local artisans selling unique handcrafted gifts and goods to a crowd of attendees.
Local Makers

UH Alumni Makers Market Showcases Unique Gifts from Local Artisans

For the second consecutive year, the University of Hawaiʻi Alumni Makers' Market sold out, drawing approximately 500 attendees to the Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikīkī.

Katerina Orlova·August 1, 2026
Close-up of skilled artisan hands carving wood, showcasing the detailed craftsmanship and dedication involved in creating handmade goods.
Local Makers

What makes local artisans' craftsmanship so valuable?

In 1839, a stonecutter's craftsmanship earned him enough money to buy his own freedom, a testament to the profound economic power of skilled hands.

Katerina Orlova·July 12, 2026