General Info:
The Paniolo Heritage Center at Historic Pukalani Stables is the birthplace of the Hawaiian cowboy (the paniolo) on Parker Ranch, Big Island, Hawaii. Pukalani Stables is now home to Paniolo Preservation Society (PPS), which was formed in 1998 as a non-profit 501-c-3 to help preserve the cowboy heritage of Hawaii. In cooperation with Parker Ranch, PPS has restored the century-old Pukalani Stables as Waimea's first Paniolo Heritage Center, which includes a Paniolo Hall of Fame and a Hawaiian Saddle exhibit. Admission is free to the public, Tuesdays to Saturdays, 9:00am to 2:00pm. The Paniolo Heritage Center has two farmers markets each week featuring the best in local produce, craft vendors, meals and snacks, and live music too! The Paniolo Heritage Museum and Saddle Shop are open during market hours. Market time is a great time to visit the Paniolo Heritage Center at Pukalani Stables! The Waimea Midweek Farmers Market is every Wednesday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The Kamuela Farmers Market is every Saturday from 7:00am to Noon. Established in 1998, Paniolo Preservation Society was founded in 1998 as a 501(c)3 to increase public awareness of the historical, present-day and future significance of Hawai'i's ranching industry with emphasis on the roles, traditions and contributions of the paniolo. PPS is dedicated to preserving the paniolo tradition as a profound part of the history of Hawai'i and the American West. PPS is committed to perpetuating Hawaiian ranching as a proud and living heritage and contributor to the economic and cultural vitality and diversity of Hawai'i. Organizational Goals: * Educate for increased public awareness of the significance of Hawai'i's ranching history and technological innovations. * Collect, preserve and interpret artifacts and documentation that represent paniolo heritage. Collect, preserve and interpret the living heritage of the paniolo. * Provide financial resources to achieve the mission and goals via membership and fundraising.