Stone

Poho pōhaku or stone mortar was used together with the pōhaku kuʻi as the base to extract oil or grinds. It could also be used for the same purpose as we use cups today; for drinking, mixing dyes, lamps or chafing dishes.

This household item was used as the base for fire lit kukui nuts as a source of light.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.

Koʻi or stone adze was an important tool used for everyday life of kānaka Hawaiʻi.