Thorin's class went on a very cool field trip last month. We toured the only Palace in the USA and the House and Senate of Hawaii. The kids were allowed to take a photo behind the governor's desk where press conferences take place. The entire building is built with symbolism. The state is very strong on symbols and traditions. The pillars represent the Hawaiian islands, they stand in water to represent the ocean, the doors and desk have 8 panels to represent to areas as well. At the Palace we had a tour guide who told us about how advanced the palace was back when it was built. It had electricity before the White House! You should have seen it!
http://www.iolanipalace.org/index.php/history/restoration-of-the-palace.html
This website shows how beautiful the koa wood staircase looks. The original staircase is so expensive they no longer allow visitors to use it.
Can you imagine dancing at a Royal Ball in this beautiful room?? I could!
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For such a small place, you guys sure have a lot of access to intersting activities, locations and events! Never a dull moment!
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