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Kalākaua (David Laʻamea Kamanakapuʻu Māhinulani Nālaʻiaʻehuokalani Lumialani Kalākaua; November 16, 1836 – January 20, 1891), sometimes called The Merrie Monarch, was the last king and penultimate monarch of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, reigning from February 12, 1874, until his death in 1891.
- February 13, 1874, Kīnaʻu Hale
- Lunalilo
- February 12, 1874 – January 20, 1891
Kalakaua (born Nov. 16, 1836, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaiian Islands [U.S.]—died Jan. 30, 1891, San Francisco, Calif., U.S.) was the king of Hawaii from 1874 to 1891. The son of a high chief, Kalakaua was a candidate to the throne in 1873 but lost the election to Lunalilo.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
May 15, 2018 · King David Kalākaua (1836 – 1891) is often known outside of Hawai’i by his nickname, the Merrie Monarch, so-called for his patronage of Hawaiian music, dance, and culture. He loved the traditional Hawaiian dances, and so helped to revitalize a waning tradition of hula.
Learn about the life and legacy of King Kalakaua, who revived Hawaiian culture and traditions and was the last reigning monarch of Hawai‘i. Find out how he inspired the annual Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, a celebration of hula and Hawaiian arts.
Aug 10, 2018 · Learn about the last king of Hawaii, who was elected, brought back the hula, circumnavigated the globe, and fought to preserve his country's independence. Hear from historians and scholars who reveal his legacy and challenges.
May 22, 2023 · King David La'amea Kalākaua: The first king to travel around the world. He had tea with the Queen, was blessed by the Pope and spread Hawaiian culture across the globe – while also reviving it...
Learn about the life and legacy of King David Laʻamea Kalākaua, the "Merrie Monarch" who revived and preserved Hawaiian traditions and heritage. Discover how his Silver Jubilee celebration in 1886 inspired the Merrie Monarch Festival of today.
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