Royal Order of Kamehameha I
Moku O Kona
Helu 'Ehiku, Heiau O Ahu'ena
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The Order of Kamehameha I was established on April 11, 1865 by his Majesty King Kamehameha V (Lot Kapuaiwa) to honor the legacy of his grandfather, the unifier of these islands, Kamehameha the Great.
The Order was reorganized by Prince Jonah Kûhiõ Kalaniana’ole in 1902.
Moku O Kona was officially formed in 1994, sponsored by the Mãmala Hoa Chapter of Hilo.
The purpose of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I as it is known today is to unite in fraternal and benevolent work, men of Hawaiian descent, of good moral character, of sound bodily health; to cultivate the cardinal principles of friendship, charity and benevolence; to aid widows and orphans; to improve the social and moral conditions of its members; to provide scholarship assistance; to preserve and perpetuate the ancient culture, customs, and traditions of Hawai’i, uplift the Hawaiian people; infuse the spirit of patriotism, loyalty, helpfulness and kindness among its members; advance the interest of its members in every rightful cause, and to encourage and develop leadership.
Today there are seven Chapters of the Royal Order of Kamehemaha I.
Moku O Hawai’i of O’ahu
Moku O Mãmala Hoa of Hilo
Moku O Kaumuali’i of Kaua’i
Moku O Kahekili of Maui
Moku O Kalaniana’ole of Moloka’i
Moku O Kûhiõ of O’ahu
and
Moku O Kona of Hawai'i Island
The role of the Order at the Lekeleke Burial Grounds is to be the Kahu (caretaker) of the area. To serve as a resident Kahu by:
Maintaining the sanctity and solemness of this sacred area and provide education experience of the area to nã kamali’i
