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Kuliʻouʻou means “sounding knee drum,” referring to the puniu or knee drum. Ancient inhabitants may have utilized the area for shelter and fishing for 1000 years or so prior to Western contact. Kuliʻouʻou was also the site of a large coastal wetland and pool named ʻElelupe, where Kamehameha III was said to retire with his court in the summer. Kuliʻouʻou was also converted into cattle ranching beginning in the mid-late 1890’s.
DonateOur Mission
Kupaʻāina o Kuliʻouʻou was established for the purpose of community awareness and education on the preservation of the natural resources and open spaces, and stewardship for the protection of watersheds, valley walls, forestlands, natural and scenic resources, as well as cultural and historic areas in Kuliʻouʻou.
A Milestone for Kuliʻouʻou: ʻĀina Acquired and Protected
Kūpaʻāina o Kuliʻouʻou is deeply grateful, humbled, and proud to share that—after nearly four years of collaboration with the City & County of Honolulu, private landowners, and dedicated community partners including Livable Maunalua Hui—the acquisition of nearly four acres on the ʻEwa mauka slopes of Kuliʻouʻou has been successfully finalized.
This ʻāina is now officially under the ownership and stewardship of Kūpaʻāina o Kuliʻouʻou—of all of us. This achievement represents a true kākou effort made possible by the collective kōkua, faith, and aloha of our extended community.
With deep gratitude, we recognize the kuleana that comes with this milestone: to mālama this ʻāina and ensure its protection in perpetuity for future generations. We carry this responsibility with humility and strength, grounded in the love and guidance of our ʻohana and kūpuna who continue to walk with us on this journey. You can watch the full press release here.