Preserving & Perpetuating Hawaiʻi’s Proud & Living Paniolo Heritage
“Paniolo” – The Hawaiian Cowboy
The first cattle were gifted to Hawaiʻi in 1793. Uncontrolled, they eventually plundered villages, gardens and farms. By invitation from King Kamehameha III, vaquero arrived as mentors of the native Hawaiians. Thus began the unique story of the Hawaiian Paniolo …
THE PANIOLO PRESERVATION SOCIETY exists to promote the heritage of the Hawaiian cowboy. We celebrate the Hawaiian ranching industry and the accomplishments of the generations of paniolo that made that industry possible. Representing all cowboys from all of the Hawaiian islands, our goal is to increase public awareness of the historical, present-day and future significance of Hawaiʻi’s ranching industry and the honored traditions of its paniolo.
HERITAGE CENTER
VISIT our unique paniolo history museum packed with old-time stories, photos, saddles & more. Open Monday – Saturday 9am to 2pm. Wednesdays 9am – 3pm during the Midweek Farmers Market.
FARMERS MARKETS
JOIN US ON Wednesdays from 9 am – 2:00 pm for the Waimea MidWeek Farmers Market and on Saturdays from 7:30 am to 1 pm for the Kamuela Farmers Market.
BOOK YOUR EVENT!
HOST YOUR EVENT at Pukalani Stables, home to of Parker Ranch paniolo and one of the oldest and most historic ranching sites in Hawaii. Ideal for groups of up to 200 people.
HELP SUPPORT PPS
Paniolo Preservation Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit funded solely by those wishing to preserve and promote the ranching heritage of Hawaiʻi.
Your generous support in any amount is appreciated and helps carry on the legacy of the paniolo!
MAHALO from PPS
From Our Blog
Aloha Alex Penovaroff
Wild Bill's Rodeo on Nov. 10, 2019 - photo courtesy Sarah AndersonAlex Penovaroff, one of Hawaii’s finest horsemen, left this world on Friday, December 20, 2019, having lived a rich and colorful life, largely in a manner of his own design. He is credited for his...
Naughty or Nice, Paniolo Gifts for Everyone
Paniolo Preservation Society has lots of fun, cowboy-themed gifts for just about everybody on your list. Come on into the Gift Shop inside the Heritage Center, and discover something for all ages. For the little cowboys and cowgirls in your life, check out plush...