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Emma Kalanikaumakaʻamano Kaleleonālani Naʻea Rooke (January 2, 1836 – April 25, 1885) was queen of Hawaii as the wife of King Kamehameha IV from 1856 to his death in 1863. She was later a candidate for the throne but King Kalākaua was elected instead.
A musical tribute to Queen Emma, the wife of King Kamehameha IV, who founded institutions that serve Hawaii today. Watch hula, chants and songs at her Summer Palace in Nuuanu, and learn about her tragedies and achievements.
Emma was the queen of Hawaii and the consort of King Kamehameha IV. She was known for her education, philanthropy, and religious activities, and was a candidate for the throne in 1874.
Jan 2, 2015 · Queen Emma of Hawaii. Emalani (“Emma”) Kalanikaumakaamano Kaleleonalani Naea Rooke, Queen Consort of Hawaii (January 2, 1836 – April 25, 1885) was queen to King Kamehameha IV from 1856 to his death in 1863. She tried to run as Queen against King David Kalakaua.
- Nuuanu, Hawaii
- Samuel Smith
- Hawaii
- January 2, 1836
Oct 8, 2020 · Learn about the life and legacy of Queen Emma, the granddaughter of John Young and the wife of King Kamehameha IV. Visit the Queen's Medical Center, founded by her, and see the Pu'ukohola Heiau temple.
Nov 1, 2009 · Learn about Queen Emma, the wife of Kamehameha IV and a prominent figure in Hawaiian history. Discover her achievements, such as founding Queen's Hospital and St. Andrew's Priory School, and her royal legacy.
Learn about Queen Emma, a Hawaiian royal who founded Queen's Hospital and The St. Andrew's Priory School for Girls. She was also a talented musician and equestrian who died in 1885.
