Hawaii Council on Portuguese Heritage

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Chartered in 1977 for the purpose of preserving and perpetuating the heritage and culture of the Portuguese in Hawaii, the HCPH is an umbrella office for a dozen different organizations statewide. Portuguese civic, cultural and business groups throughout the state of Hawaii are each represented by a delegate who serves on the Council's Board of Directors. From among these board members, the officers of HCPH are elected each year.

The HCPH also organizes a FESTA each summer to showcase the history and culture of the Portuguese. Revenue generated at the FESTA helps to support the many programs and activities taking place throughout the year. Events such as genealogy workshops, dance classes, cooking shows, language instruction and much more are made possible through fundraising efforts and support from the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. All events are usually free of charge and always open to the general public.

For more information, contact the Hawaii Council on Portuguese Heritage office at 810 N. Vineyard Blvd. in Honolulu by calling (808) 845-1616.

For more information, e-mail HCPH President Toni DeMello at Demello1@aol.com.

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