Niihau Shell Necklace Workshop at Lyman Museum

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Destination Hilo No Comments

Workshop-NiihauJoin Kele Kanahele for a workshop at the Lyman Museum where heʻll teach you how to make a shell necklace using Niʻihau shells! The workshop takes place on two different days and is SURE to fill up! 

Kele Kanahele of the Island of Ni‘ihau returns to teach the authentic creation of Ni‘ihau shell jewelry at the Lyman Museum!

niihauneckalceVisit his acclaimed workshop on Friday, July 22, 2016 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. or on Saturday, July 23 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. On either day you may learn how to make a 22-inch necklace/lei or a pair of earrings in the heliconia poleho style, using either black poleho or the more rare honey-gold poleho shells—both augmented with momi ke‘oke‘o (white) or momi lenalena (yellow) shells.

Prices vary according to Museum membership and choice of shells, but are exceptionally reasonable! You may, of course, create more than one piece, as long as you sign up for specific pieces in advance.

Space is limited to 24 persons per day; only people who have registered can be permitted in the classroom. Reservations must be made, pieces and shell colors specified, and the workshop fee(s) paid by Friday, July 15, to ensure your place and the availability of shells. Learn to create these treasures of Ni‘ihau from a master!

For pricing and other information, please call 935-5021 ext. 101 or stop by the Museum’s Admissions desk.

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