#wailukutown

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• Mother's Day 2022 - Shop the Street Pop-up in Wailuku 💐 // Though I may have returned after an almost three week work trip to Oahu on May 7th, there was still more pictures to be taken the next morning on May 8th for Mother's Day, as @dolish_maui , @friendsandfaire , and @rooted.in.wailuku were having their first "Shop the Street" event, happening every second sunday of the month, as well as @maluhiacollective 's soft opening! 🔮 // From crystals to sweets to tie-dye shirts and more, there were plenty of families and vendors alike talking story and buying gifts for their loved ones 📷 - - - - - #mothersday #mothersday2022 #familytogether #crystalshops #mauieventphotographer #wailukutown #popups #eventsphotographers #familyphoto #mauishopping (at Island of Maui) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeanQOxvYrp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[damienawai808]

Loving the #art in #wailuku #wailukutown #maui #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #organicislandmusic #artdistrict more to come (at Wailuku, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/BtnHGwegU44/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ip5twdakmciu

[travelhopupu]

Hokama Building with my grandpa’s designed triside signage. #historicwailuku #wailukutown #mauicoffeeattic #hopupulife #travelhopupu (at Wailuku, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWblKnohXNp2MY5LsSGtxLzLffyiwblQd_xWyg0/?utm_medium=tumblr

[luckycomehawaii]

Old #wailuku on my daily walks. This is a well kept old home. #oldhouse #wailukutown #archi_ologie #plantationhomes #deserve2preserve #kanoa #RealEstate #mauirealestate You’re changing More playful Looking good Feeling good Counting more Playing music better Eating better foods You’re dancing You’re smiling You’re exercising (at Wailuku, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwNSjESgVHG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xvcxa2oel4ni

[vacationsoup]

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Native Intelligence - Where To Buy The Best Hawai'ian Made Goods, Souvenirs And Locally Crafted Gifts On Maui

Native Intelligence - Maui's best shopping for Hawai'ian cultural gifts.

Shopping for and bringing home gifts and souvenirs for friends and family members is often one of the best parts of a vacation. Your vacation to Maui is no exception!

But when you've seen all the run of the mill t-shirts, hats, and plastic tchotchkes (made in China) the idea of bringing home gifts not made in the Hawai'ian islands can lose it's appeal.

That's when a visit to Native Intelligence will inspire you! Native Intelligence is filled to the brim with authentic Hawai'ian culture, local artisan crafted goods and authentic Hawai'ian souvenirs you will be proud to own. Located in the quaint town of Wailuku, this one of a kind shop offers clothing, stationary, jewelry

From the owner's website:

"About Native Intelligence (NI)

Based in Wailuku, Maui – Native Intelligence is more than a traditional retail establishment. The goal of Native Intelligence is to champion cultural traditions, craftsmanship and good designs while perpetuating Hawaiian values. By showcasing local artisans and creatives who strive to protect and evolve the culture, Native Intelligence is an advocate for both culture and community.

Our mission is to create a retail environment allowing customers to experience a wide selection of merchandise that is Hawaiian by definition. Neither a museum nor gallery, Native Intelligence strives to be a constantly evolving retail space that has something for everyone.

Through the various practitioners who try to perfect ancient skills; to new businesses that reflect a contemporary sensibility, Native Intelligence will present the spectrum of what is good in Hawaiian design. Working with community leaders and neighborhood schools, we hope to extend the educational programs and resources beyond our doors. As our name infers, Native Intelligence encourages the efforts of those who exemplify the best and brightest in Hawaii and Polynesia."

NI is more than just a store filled with unique and locally made gifts, it's a treasure and source of culturally inspired supplies used by the local community. Items such as Hula supplies, Kapa and fresh flower leis like no others!

Examples of Leis sold by Native Intelligence! From L to R Kukunaokalā, Sea grape, Heʻe, and Kukui, Blue Jade Vine (center) and Kukunaokal��, Heʻe berry, Sea Grape, and Waimaka Gula (photos via NI Facebook)

Engage, enjoy and discover with the first ever NI ʻIke film featuring Kumu Kaponoʻai Molitau, as he discusses the sacredness of hula pahu and the profound meaning behind the mele ʻAuʻa ʻIa.

Artful Living!

Be sure to check out their Ni'ihau shell necklaces. These are genuinely one of a kind pieces of art. If you're not familiar with Ni'ihau shell jewelry then you are in for a treat. According to Ni'ihau Cultural Heritage Foundation's website; "Legally, this term refers only to shells actually gathered on the shores of the Forbidden Island. However, the term generally refers to three different shells that are commonly used to make Ni‘ihau shell lei:  kahelelani, momi, and lāiki, as well as a fourth one, kāmoa, which is frequently used to add contrasting color." (p.s. you might have also recently seen actor and native Hawai'ian Jason Momoa wearing a Ni'ihau shell necklace during the week of his Aquaman premier - on the Jimmy Fallon show!)

I think my favorite purchase was this NI Designs Island Chain T-Shirt with the design in the form of a molecular structure. "Based off of a molecular structure, the design of "Island Chain" is united and bonded. Each island is unique, but Hawaiʻi is only Hawaiʻi when all the islands are connected. "All Hawaiʻi stand together." -Mele by Liko Martin"

My other unique purchases include a gorgeous Koa wood hair stick and Breadfruit (or Ulu) block print note cards by Kanaka Prints. But there were so many wonderful items, it was hard to choose.

Visit The Store

Plan your visit to Native Intelligence while visiting Maui, but if you cannot, then be sure to visit their website. There you'll find an assortment of items for sale as well as more information about their wonderful business. Wailuku is a sweet town in Maui that is worth strolling around. You'll love getting out of the 'busy' towns of Kihei and Lahaina to enjoy the quieter life in Wailuku!

If you love regular doses of eye candy, then make sure and follow Native Intelligence on Instagram and Facebook!

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Handmade Tahitian belts with Mother of Pearl clasps will make any outfit pop! These beauties are now in store 💙 #nativeintelligence #tahiti #tahitian #motherofpearl #NIgiftguide #supportlocal #wailukutown

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Address: 1980 Main St #2 Wailuku, HI 96793

Phone: (808) 249-2421

Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 10:00-5:00, Saturday: 10:00-4:00, Sunday: Closed

Looking for more Maui vacation ideas? Lots of things to see and do,come on over and visit our Local Maui Guide or Maui Events Calendar!

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[matchmattematic]

Mahalo to the all time selectah! @jayp37 for coming by the studio on @wailukutown First Friday and adding this piece to his collection. Killah set tonight!!🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽Word on the street is @dj_joralien and @jayp37 is Running "GOODS" at @charleysmaui May 26th. 🙊 . 📸: @marcus_springs_eternal Mahalo!!!😁 (at Wailuku, Hawaii)

[20firstcenturyvagabond]

#wailukutown @ashtak @nickheyd @brittanyheyd

[damienawai808]

Cocktails at @estersmaui #wailukutown is da best! Mahalo for making a shleezy Peazy? Washy fizzy phizer?...🤣🤣🤣🤣 . . . Join the Organic Island Music community here: Website (free music downloads) organicislandmusic.com/links . . . #maui #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #organicislandmusic #ukulele #mauientertainment #mauientertainer #lahaina #kihei #paukukalo #ogg #tropical #sweethawaiiansunset #aloha #allindaaloha #losangeles #sanfrancisco #newyork #seattle #congas #cajon #better2021 #sharealoha #homestudio #bluemicrophones #romerocreations (at Esters Fair Prospect) https://www.instagram.com/p/CRABKoTtwZ5/?utm_medium=tumblr

[damienawai808]

We be in #wailukutown tomorrow night at @waibarmaui with @lyo_hollf_drummer . . . Join the Organic Island Music community here: Website (free music downloads): http://www.damienawai.com . . . #maui #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #organicislandmusic #ukulele #mauientertainment #mauientertainer #lahaina #kihei #paukukalo #ogg #tropical #sweethawaiiansunset #aloha #allindaaloha #losangeles #sanfrancisco #newyork #seattle #congas #cajon #better2021 #sharealoha #homestudio #bluemicrophones (at Wai Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLygFiIDWqV/?igshid=tx7bvmts4bym

[damienawai808]

Last night at @waibarmaui with @cpness good #Maui #vibes #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #mauientertainment #mauientertainer #hawaii #aloha #ukulele #waibar #wailuku #wailukutown #paukukalo (at Wai Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGx2K75Dauz/?igshid=t5l4d2209qrq

[damienawai808]

Even tho not busy.... still busy... but gotta make time... time for a date night. Fast kine Ono #cocktails in #wailukutown #maui @estersmaui #estersmaui #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #mauientertainment #mauientertainers #hawaii #ukulele #drnks #explore #exploremaui (at Esters Fair Prospect) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGrdkT9Dz8T/?igshid=166vwppla1vx1

[damienawai808]

Meet me in #wailuku #wailukutown this Saturday for #organicislandmusic #Maui #mauimusic #mauimusician #mauimusicians #aloha #hawaii #mauientertainment #mauientertainer #ukulele (at Wai Bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGnfxQljXXd/?igshid=1syxwj8uo86qd

[luckycomehawaii]

On my morning walk I saw this beautiful #plantation Era house. I believe it to be Carol Anzi Ball childhood home. This hale is a beautiful #charmer with lots of personality #archi_ologie #deserve2preserve #deservetopreserve #plantationhomes #vintageMaui #vintagehawaii #wailuku #oldwailuku #wailukutown #RedWhite (at Wailuku, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvzideEgLXm/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lbf91vy4nug3

[damienawai808]

Was a good fun Friday filled with lots of #mauimusic Today is no different.... starting over at @dthmaui #aplacetoeatfish and finishing at @wailukutown this is gonna be good! #mauimusician #mauimusicians #mauientertainer #mauientertainment #organicislandmusic #ukulele #hawaii #aloha #romerocreations #peperomerojrukuleles (at Paukukalo, Hawaii) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGvB1kqjd9J/?igshid=p6iahe0vx056