Providing you with Hawai'i's Best
Elevating local economy
Collaborating with locally owned business across Hawai'i.
20-30
Vendors Supported:
We accommodate between 20-30 vendors on a monthly basis, with approximately 10 vendors originating from Pu'uhonua.
75
Kānaka-owned Business: Since April 2022, Pu'uhonua Mākeke has been actively contributing to and assisting various local businesses.
400+
Monthly Visitors:
We've built a significant number of follower to support our Native Hawaiian vendors and cultural initiatives.
200
Successfully distributions: We have successfully distributed 200 dozen
bread loaves and eggs to 100 different families in
our community.
Our Why's
The purpose of Pu’uhonua Mākeke is multifaceted, these are the qualities we strive for and what make us, well us.
Healing and Wellness
Our market is an extension of the holistic approach to health and well-being that is central to Hawaiian culture. From lāʻau lapaʻau (traditional medicine) to organic produce and sustainable products, many products offered at Pu’uhonua Mākeke is rooted in the principles of healing our pikos;body, mind, and spirit.
Community Building
Pu’uhonua Mākeke is a place of connection. It brings together po’e from all parts of the mokupuni to engage in meaningful exchanges, learn from one another, and strengthen the bonds that tie us to our ʻohana (family) and ʻāina (land).
Economic Empowerment
By offering a venue for Native Hawaiians to sell their products directly to consumers, Pu’uhonua Mākeke supports the economic well-being of our community. This not only fosters entrepreneurship but also helps sustain local families and small businesses, ensuring that the wealth generated stays within the community.
Cultural Preservation
We aim to preserve and perpetuate Hawaiian culture by providing a space for Native Hawaiian artisans and cultural practitioners to share their knowledge, skills, and traditions with others. Through the market, we ensure that these practices continue to thrive and evolve in a modern world.
Up-Coming Mākeke Events
December 7, 2024
January 18, 2025
February 15, 2025
March 15, 2025
April 5, 2025
Vendor Highlights
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Kanahele Roots / Pōhinahina Kinis
Lehuanani Kanahele-Santos
"My passion for ʻāina-based healing led me to explore lāʻau lapaʻau (traditional Hawaiian medicine), which inspired the creation of my sea moss gel and bikini's."
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Da Kū Keiki
Shardae Kūnuiākea
"As a māmā who loves to shop for them I always found that the boys section is always smaller & limited compared to the girls section."
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Nā Mea ‘Ono
Mama Kanahele
"I really enjoy bringing homemade baked goods to all my 'Ohana, friends and strangers who are now friends who I meet through Pu’uhonua Makeke."
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