Slipping through Manoa Valley’s lush embrace, the Waiakeakua Stream whispers tales of ancient gods and Hawaiian royalty. Waiakeakua, “The Water of the Gods,” flows from a spring born of legend. The story goes that two gods, Kane and his thirsty brother Kanaloa, journeyed from Hanauma to Manoa Valley. Along the way, Kane, using his staff, brought forth waterholes to quench Kanaloa’s thirst. These waterholes, including the spring feeding Waiakeakua Stream, marked their resting places. The Waiakeakua Stream at Honolulu became revered, its waters considered sacred and pure. Hawaiian chiefs, recognizing its divine origin, would send men under the cloak of night to collect this special water. The journey was treacherous, shrouded in darkness and the whispers of Hawaiian spirits. Only the bravest would return, bearing calabashes brimming with Waiakeakua’s bounty. The chiefs had a clever way to verify the water’s authenticity. Pristine water from Waiakeakua Stream at Honolulu contained telltale bubbles. If the water lacked these bubbles, the chief knew the messenger had failed their task. Today, Waiakeakua Stream at Honolulu remains a testament to its legendary past. Imagine the royal processions, the hushed reverence for the “Water of the Gods,” as you stand before this flowing testament to ancient Hawaiian beliefs. The stream’s clear waters continue to flow, carrying with them the echoes of Kane and Kanaloa’s journey and the reverence of Hawaiian royalty.
Building 90
Built in 1913 Building 90 stands proudly. It’s a testament to the past. This three-story concrete structure initially served a