Upcoming events at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

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“A Rock in the Park: Tale of the Wanderer”

A rediscovered rock near an overgrown hiking trail within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park reveals mysterious letters and words carved into it: Wanderer. What unfolds next are the amazing voyages of Benjamin Boyd and his yacht, Wanderer. Join historian Hugh Montgomery and actor Dick Hershberger in a two-man play that brings this epic tale to life. Part of the After Dark in the Park series. Free; park entrance fees apply.

WHEN: 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 23

WHERE: Kilauea Visitor Center Auditorium

Kahili demonstration

Create your own small kahili pa‘a lima. Kahili are a form of Hawaiian feather work that traditionally acknowledged a person’s status and genealogy and offered spiritual protection. Part of the ‘Ike Hana No‘eau “Experience the Skillful Work” workshops. Free; park entrance fees apply.

When: 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday, July 24

Where: Kilauea Visitor Center lanai