bits from a documentary on the last reigning monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaii, and the relatively easy and bloodless conquest of this land ruled by a democratically elected goverment...Native Hawaiians were grossly out-numbered and the Queen urged non-violence. narrated by Anna Deavere Smith

On Saturday November 11th, ʻŌiwi TV took part in celebrating the life of one of our most prolific aliʻi, Liliʻuokalani. Hundreds from around Hawaiʻi came together to observe the centennial anniversary of her passing, which was marked by the ringing of over 100 church bells statewide, the drumming of pahu, and the resonating sounds of pū, oli, and hula. Kanaka leaders, renowned musicians, esteemed hālau, and distinguished members of the Hawaiian community gathered at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol to commemorate Liliʻuʻs many contributions to our lāhui.

Full Program Airs Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 6:45pm ET. For More Information: https://www.c-span.org/series/?ahtv

A beautiful piece about the ghost of longing. "Hours of which are not yet in place to speak of are long and lonely, but will pass quickly by; occupied and soothed by the expression of my thoughts in music." -Queen L. Photos of Queen Lili'uokalani, Princess Victoria Kawēkiu Kaʻiulani (she is awesome :) ), Emma Kalanikaumakaʻamano Kaleleonālani Naʻea Rooke of Hawaiʻi and others. Music was also edited.