Keauhou Bay
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Keauhou Bay is a historic area in the Kona District
of the Big Island of Hawaii
.
The name comes from ke au hou which means "the new era" in the Hawaiian Language
.
to mark the site of the birth of King Kamehameha III
in 1814, the second son of Kamehameha I
and Keopuolani
.
The early part of his reign he was under a regency by Queen Kaahumanu.
He was the longest reigning monarch in the Kingdom of Hawaii
, until his death December 15, 1854.
The site includes the Kauikeaouli stone (his birth name), added to the Hawaii register of historic places as site 10-37-4383 on January 13, 1978.
It was added to the National Register of Historic Places
on July 24, 1978 as site 78001018.
It is said Kauikeaouli was stillborn, but put on the stone by a visiting Kahuna
where he was revived with a sacred chant.
The Daughters of Hawaii held a ceremony marking the hundredth anniversary by placing a plaque with Queen Liliuokalani in attendance.
They acquired the small parcel including the foundation of the house in 1925.
built under Kamehameha I.
The Holua originally extended into Heeia Cove just north of the main bay.
To the south is the birth site of the Battle at Kuamoo, fought in 1819.
The largest convention center in Kona is located at the Sheraton, just South of the bay.
The 2400 acres (9.7 km²) of the resort are owned by a subsidiary of Kamehameha Schools
which sponsors cultural events at the facilities.
There is a small boat ramp, used for some trips to Kealakekua Bay
, and the Keauhou Canoe Club for canoe races.
Above the bay the Kona Country Club golf course, built in 1966, was designed by William Bell.
Kona District, Hawaii
Kona is the name of a moku or district on the Big Island of Hawaii in the State of Hawaii. In the current system of administration of Hawaii County, the moku of Kona is divided into North Kona District and South Kona District . The term "Kona" is sometimes used to refer to its largest town,...
of the Big Island of Hawaii
Hawaii (island)
The Island of Hawaii, also called the Big Island or Hawaii Island , is a volcanic island in the North Pacific Ocean...
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The name comes from ke au hou which means "the new era" in the Hawaiian Language
Hawaiian language
The Hawaiian language is a Polynesian language that takes its name from Hawaii, the largest island in the tropical North Pacific archipelago where it developed. Hawaiian, along with English, is an official language of the state of Hawaii...
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Kamehameha III's Birthplace
A small enclosure is maintained by the Daughters of HawaiiDaughters of Hawaii
The Daughters of Hawaii was founded in 1903 by seven women who were daughters of American Protestant missionaries. They were born in Hawaii, were citizens of the Kingdom of Hawaii before annexation, and foresaw the inevitable loss of much of the Hawaiian culture...
to mark the site of the birth of King Kamehameha III
Kamehameha III
Kamehameha III was the King of Hawaii from 1825 to 1854. His full Hawaiian name was Keaweaweula Kiwalao Kauikeaouli Kaleiopapa and then lengthened to Keaweaweula Kiwalao Kauikeaouli Kaleiopapa Kalani Waiakua Kalanikau Iokikilo Kiwalao i ke kapu Kamehameha when he ascended the throne.Under his...
in 1814, the second son of Kamehameha I
Kamehameha I
Kamehameha I , also known as Kamehameha the Great, conquered the Hawaiian Islands and formally established the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810. By developing alliances with the major Pacific colonial powers, Kamehameha preserved Hawaii's independence under his rule...
and Keopuolani
Keopuolani
Kalanikauikaalaneo Kai Keōpūolani-Ahu-i-Kekai-Makuahine-a-Kama-Kalani-Kau-i-Kealaneo was a queen consort of Hawaii and the highest ranking wife of King Kamehameha I.-Early life:...
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The early part of his reign he was under a regency by Queen Kaahumanu.
He was the longest reigning monarch in the Kingdom of Hawaii
Kingdom of Hawaii
The Kingdom of Hawaii was established during the years 1795 to 1810 with the subjugation of the smaller independent chiefdoms of Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lānai, Kauai and Niihau by the chiefdom of Hawaii into one unified government...
, until his death December 15, 1854.
The site includes the Kauikeaouli stone (his birth name), added to the Hawaii register of historic places as site 10-37-4383 on January 13, 1978.
It was added to the National Register of Historic Places
National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places is the United States government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation...
on July 24, 1978 as site 78001018.
It is said Kauikeaouli was stillborn, but put on the stone by a visiting Kahuna
Kahuna
Kahuna is a Hawaiian word, defined in the as a "Priest, sorcerer, magician, wizard, minister, expert in any profession." Forty different types of kahuna are listed in the book, Tales from the Night Rainbow...
where he was revived with a sacred chant.
The Daughters of Hawaii held a ceremony marking the hundredth anniversary by placing a plaque with Queen Liliuokalani in attendance.
They acquired the small parcel including the foundation of the house in 1925.
Other historic sites
To the north of this area is the Kahaluu Bay Historic District, and uphill (mauka) is the Keauhou Holua SlideKeauhou Holua Slide
The Keauhou Hōlua Slide is located in Keauhou on the island of Hawaii. It is the largest and best-preserved hōlua course, used in the extremely dangerous toboggan-like activity restricted to the alii class of men, the nobility of ancient Hawaii. The remains are about long, of the original that...
built under Kamehameha I.
The Holua originally extended into Heeia Cove just north of the main bay.
To the south is the birth site of the Battle at Kuamoo, fought in 1819.
Recreation
The Keauhou Resort includes the Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort, Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa, the 22.9 acres (92,673.1 m²) Keauhou Shopping Center, two golf courses, timeshare, residential and resort condominiums and single-family residences.The largest convention center in Kona is located at the Sheraton, just South of the bay.
The 2400 acres (9.7 km²) of the resort are owned by a subsidiary of Kamehameha Schools
Kamehameha Schools
Kamehameha Schools , formerly called Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate , is a private co-educational college-preparatory institution that specializes in Native Hawaiian language and cultural education. It is located in Hawaii and operates three campuses: Kapālama , Pukalani , and Keaau...
which sponsors cultural events at the facilities.
There is a small boat ramp, used for some trips to Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay
Kealakekua Bay is located on the Kona coast of the island of Hawaii about south of Kailua-Kona.Settled over a thousand years ago, the surrounding area contains many archeological and historical sites such as religious temples, and was listed in the National Register of Historic Places listings on...
, and the Keauhou Canoe Club for canoe races.
Above the bay the Kona Country Club golf course, built in 1966, was designed by William Bell.