Since its formation in 1998 the goal of the Paniolo Preservation Society (PPS) has been to establish a Heritage Center for its collection of paniolo documents, images and artifacts. On April 1, 2011 PPS took over management of one of the oldest and most beloved gems of the Big Island ranching community – historic Pukalani Stables. Since the early 1900s ‘The Stables’ were the center of the Parker Ranch horse breeding operation for over half a century. There could be no better site to honor the generations of Hawaii’s paniolo than this venerable location.
The Paniolo Heritage Center at Pukalani Stables is host to many special events sponsored by the members and friends of the Paniolo Preservation Society. Our popular “Paniolo Talk Story” program will continue throughout 2012. Please check the COMING EVENTS section of this website for the current schedule. “Paniolo Talk Story” is made possible by a grant from the Richard Smart Fund of the Hawai’i Community Foundation and brings together multi-generational ranching and agricultural families to share their stories and life experiences with the public. This is a very popular program and offers a unique and authentic look at the paniolo lifestyle – don’t miss it!
- Paniolo Talk Story. Courtesy Ethan Tweedie Photography.
The Paniolo Heritage Center at Pukalani Stables is also home to “Paniolo Hall of Fame” sponsored by the Oahu Cattlemen’s Association, which can be viewed at all our PPS sponsored events.
- Visitors enjoying the Paniolo Hall of Fame.
Pukalani Stables is available for your next special event, baby luau, graduation party, wedding, or company meeting. Check our rates on the Event Rentals page or give us a call for more details at 808.854.1541. You can email the Paniolo Preservation Society at paniolo@paniolopreservation.org.
Your donations and membership in the Paniolo Preservation Society help us keep the spirit of the Hawaiian cowboy alive. Mahalo for your support and a hui hou!
Dr. Billy Bergin, long-time Parker Ranch veterinarian and former Paniolo Preservation Society President, with son, Holi.
Ikua Purdy. Parker Ranch paniolo and 1908 Steer Roping Champion at the Cheyenne Wyoming Frontier Days Celebration and Rodeo.
Location: Pukalani Stables is located in the heart of Waimea (Kamuela) at the end of Pukalani Street. If approaching from Kona on Highway 190, take a right at the stoplight by Ace Hardware. This is Pukalani Street and will take you straight to Pukalani Stables. If approaching from Hilo on Highway 190, take a left at the same light. At the next intersection you’ll see a ‘Private Road’ sign that leads you to the Paniolo Heritage Center at Pukalani Stables. Ample parking is located directly across from the stables. Please do not park in the Holoholoku Housing development as they will tow your vehicle. Mahalo.
