Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Lahaina was established around 1820

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The History of Lahaina Hawaii - Old Lāhainā Lū'au
Lahaina was established as the royal capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1820 by King Kamehameha II. While the area was a long-standing fishing village known as "Lele," it became a major political and economic hub, serving as the kingdom’s capital from 1820 to 1845 and a primary Pacific whaling port.
Key Historical Milestones:
  • 1802: King Kamehameha I established a royal residence, known as the "Brick Palace," in Lahaina.
  • 1820: Formally designated as the Royal Capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii.
  • 1823: First Christian mission station established by Reverend Charles Stewart and William Richards.
  • 1831: Lahainaluna Seminary (now Lahainaluna High School) was founded.
  • 1845: The capital was moved to Honolulu.

Before becoming a town, the area was historically significant as a residence for Hawaiian chiefs and nobility, particularly in the Mokuʻula area.
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