Polynesian Football Hall of Fame

Does the Polynesian Cultural Center have a Football Hall of Fame? 

The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame honors Polynesia’s greatest players, coaches, and contributors. The permanent exhibit is in the Polynesian Culture Welcome Center. 

Reflecting Polynesian architectural design, the Hall of Fame gallery features lava stones, koa and ohia wood, and accents of traditional fabrics and includes photos, memorabilia and an interactive display.

What is the admission cost for the Polynesian Cultural Center Football Hall of Fame?

Admission is Free. 

What are the hours of the Polynesian Cultural Center Football Hall of Fame? 

The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame is open from 12:00 – 6:30 pm. 

The exhibit is located in the Welcome Center of the Polynesian Cultural Center. 

Parking is Free.

What is the purpose of the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame? 

The Charitable Mission of the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame is to preserve, promote and serve as a resource for Polynesian Football history; provide college scholarships designated for student-athletes of Polynesian ancestry to the alma mater of each Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Inductee; promote educational programs focusing on character and teamwork for youth within the Polynesian community; and provide support for other initiatives positively benefiting Polynesian culture and heritage.

The first Polynesian to play in the NFL was Offensive Lineman Al Lolotai, a Samoan, who was a member of the 1945 Washington Redskins. The first Polynesian to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame was “Squirmin” Herman Wedemeyer, a Hawaiian, in 1979. The first Polynesian to win the Heisman Trophy, was quarterback Marcus Mariota, a Samoan, in 2015. And, Inaugural Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Inductee Junior Seau, is the first Polynesian to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Legends such as Kevin Mawae, Kurt Gouveia, Jesse Sapolu, Jack “The Throwin’ Samoan” Thompson, Troy Polamalu and Olin Kreutz have contributed to Polynesian Football lore.

The Polynesian influence and prestige in American football is at an all-time high, and rapidly expanding. Today, there are over 60 NFL players of Polynesian ancestry. Polynesian football players have become part of the American football lexicon.

The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame will continue to share this storied history and recognize its greatest participants.