History

Pearl Harbor Visitor Guide 2026 — Tickets, Tips & What to Expect

Pearl Harbor Anniversary 2026 (December 7): Events, Ceremonies, Tickets

December 7 marks the 85th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Memorial ceremonies, USS Arizona visits, free remembrance events — what's on for 2026.

Statehood Day in Hawaii — August 21 Explained

August 21 marks Hawaii's admission to the Union in 1959. State offices close, schools are out, and the holiday is observed quietly — here's what's actually open and the cultural context.

Mauna Loa — The Biggest Active Volcano on Earth (Hawaii History + 2026 Status)

Mauna Loa covers half the Big Island, holds the record as the largest active volcano on Earth, and erupted last in 2022. Here's the full eruption history and what visitors need to know.