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Polynesian Cultural Center

Laie, Hawaii

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The center spans 42 acres and showcases the cultures of Polynesia through interactive exhibits and performances.

It was founded by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to preserve and celebrate Polynesian culture.

Each village represents a different culture, including Samoa, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Fiji, Hawaii, Tahiti, and Tonga.

All proceeds from the center support the education of students at Brigham Young University–Hawaii.

The Ali'i Luau is a traditional Hawaiian feast accompanied by music and hula performances.

Visitors can enjoy a guided tour along a lagoon that winds through the center's villages.

Students from across the Pacific Islands work at the center to share their heritage with visitors.

This theatrical performance tells a universal story of family, love, and tradition through Polynesian dance and music.

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