The Kūkaniloko Birthing Stones is one of the most sacred sites in Hawaiʻi. The five-acre site is the piko (center, naval cord) of Oʻahu where the highest-ranking aliʻi (royalty) were historically born. These stones and the surrounding areas were places of learning for kahuna (experts), lua (martial arts), kilo (observations) and other cultural practices.
In 2012, OHA acquired the 511 acres surrounding Kūkaniloko to protect and preserve the site by providing a buffer against development and ensuring that future uses of the area are consistent with Hawaiian cultural values.
Check this website for updates on the planning process, including notices of the public meetings and other opportunities to provide input. Any input or questions can be submitted to info@oha.org.
Completed in 2018, OHA’s Conceptual Master Plan for its Wahiawā Lands identifies the following goals for the property: 1) Protect the Birthing Stones Site; 2) Explore appropriate agriculture; 3) Contribute to food security; and 4) Preserve open space and watershed lands. OHA currently manages these lands and regularly engages and solicits input from The Hawaiian Civic Club of Wahiawā, the longtime stewards of the Kūkaniloko Birthing Stones site. The Conceptual Master Plan has been finalized and will be coming soon, or can be viewed upon request.
An Executive Summary of the Conceptual Master Plan can be viewed here.
Brief Summary of OHA’s Wahiawā Lands: