Ackerman Galleries located in Kapa'au on the Big Island of Hawai'i
Aloha!
We have two Galleries located in Kapa'au on the Big Island of Hawai'i:
The Ackerman Fine Art Gallery
with Ackerman Original Oil Paintings, Wood & Glass Sculpture.
And the Ackerman Gift Gallery with Superb Gifts, Hand-made Island Crafts and Exquisite Jewelry
Visit us when you visit the Big Island or online at:
Gems of Kohala: Kapa'au and Hawi
For more information, see tourguidehawaii.com
The dreamy mountain town of Hawi is one of the few remaining outposts of what locals call old Hawai'i. The center of town (and that's about all there is) is located under the ancient banyan tree. Several small shops, galleries and restaurants make this a pleasant place to visit on the way to or from Pololu Valley.
In the center of the tiny town of Kapa'au, on the mountain side of the highway, stands the storied statue of King Kamehameha the Great. Originally commissioned for the Judiciary Building in Honolulu, this statue was lost at sea while being shipped from Paris. The twist in this story is that the statue was found years later and erected on this spot in Kapa'au to commemorate the birthplace of King Kamehameha the Great.
The towns of Hawi and Kapa'au have nice shops and public restrooms are available.
Mo'okini Heiau stands at the north end of Hawai'i Island. Built in the 11th or 12th centuries by warlike Tahitians who arrived conquering, enslaving, and sacrificing the natives, it is the first temple of human sacrifice in Hawai'i and the first site in Hawai'i to be preserved as a National Historic Landmark.
Long-foretold was the coming of a warrior king who would unite all the islands into a single kingdom and who would rule wisely, piously and wield power of proportion unknown to previous Hawai'ian Ali'i.
Born nearby, Kamehameha the Great was brought to this heiau for his birth rituals.
For more information, visit tourguidehawaii.com or
Pico's Bistro on the Big Island of Hawai'i ~Fresh Food with a Bite!~
Pico's Bistro fresh food with a bite is the creation of Rosaline Maxx and her husband, Robbie. Taking what was once a roadside garage, they have created a hip restaurant, complete with a stainless steel state-of-the-art kitchen and two outdoor seating areas.
The interior bursts with bright sherbet colors, while the menu boasts a wide variety of items, all made fresh on the premises. Besides the grilled-to-order burgers, chicken and lamb kebabs, seafood, pasta, quiches, and several salads, check out the daily specials. The most popular item so far is the Greek Sampler plate! Beverages are also uncommonly delicious, with Thomas Kemper creme sodas, lime and tangerine spritzers, fresh-squeezed juices and customized Italian sodas.
Pico's is dedicated to lowering its carbon footprint by using locally grown produce and biodegradable cups, cutlery, and carryout containers, with the mantra, No styrofoam to be found here!
Linger long, and enjoy the feel of old Kohala on the outdoor dining deck, furnished with rustic wooden picnic tables, shade umbrellas, plants and sculpture, or on the covered dining lanai.
Pico's creative and fresh cuisine will be the highlight of your day, whether dine on the premises or carry your meal out.
Pico's Bistro is open daily serving scrumptious lunches and dinners from 11 am to 8 pm. And we've just started offering Sunday Brunch from 9-2!!
Rosaline loves baking tarts and treats and turns out some amazing not-to-be-missed dessert creations. Picnic lunches and to-go items are also available, as well as private dinners by arrangement.
Contact Pico's Bistro at 808-756-0030 to arrange a special private dinner on the deck. Visit us the next time you visit the Big Island or online at:
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~Aloha~