Technology & Tools

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ (OHA) Native Hawaiian Data Book complies with OHA’s fiduciary obligation of compiling “basic demographic data on native Hawaiians and Hawaiians” [Hawai‘i Revised Statute, Chapter 10, Section 10–6(1)].

OHA’s Kipuka Database is a geographical information system (GIS) that utilizes the latest mapping technologies to provide a window into native Hawaiian land, culture and history.

Papakilo Database, is a comprehensive “Database of Databases” consisting of varied collections of data pertaining to historically and culturally significant places, events, and documents in Hawai'i’s history.

Hale Noelo is a research and technology center, or “Library of the Future,” provides access to digitization equipment and online based subscription resources, genealogy technical assistance, and community meeting space through an appointment based system.