From Paradise to Desert: Exploring Iosepa, Utah's Abandoned Hawaiian Settlement

Follow along as we explore the abandoned Hawaiian settlement of Iosepa in Utah, a unique piece of Utah history. Learn about the Hawaiian pioneers who sought a new life in this desert paradise and the lasting impact they left on the community. Join us on this journey to discover the hidden gems of Iosepa, Utah.
#ghosttown #hawaiianpioneers #iosepa
Photos from:
Utah State Historical Society
Hawaii State Historical Society
United States Archives

[@thomasshingleton9289]

We've been going to Iosepa for 40 years, it's spiritual spiritual place. Even with the prejudice my Polynesian brothers and sisters still flourished, The took great pride in their town and even won an award for the best looking town. My youngest Son and his friends go there often during the summer and play basketball under the pavilion. Aloha.

[@carmelahearle957]

I've visited there several times. I love the Hawaiian Spirit of love and family. Its amazing to me that they took cursed barren land and made it island beautiful. Even with the bad treatment they got. They have resilience and still keep joy in them. That is the light of Christ shining in the dark. Thankyou. Aloha

[@ShadowWizard123]

I just watched a video where a guy was flying a model airplane in the Utah desert. It crashed right near the Iosepa historical marker. When he went to recover the plane he showed all the historical markers and it looked very interesting so now I'm here watching this.

[@GamelanSinarSurya]

I lovely story and beautifully told. Mahalo.

[@ZGHistory]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@GamelanSinarSurya]

@@ZGHistory I thought you might enjoy watching this video of the story of Iosepa told in the Hawaiian language (with English subtitles): kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXfLY6uAoq6MZpY

[@cowboygeologist7772]

Very interesting; thanks for posting.

[@ZGHistory]

Thanks for watching

[@rosseganjr9402]

awesome vedio! I have not heard about this story! great find!

[@o.g.9717]

It's a beautiful place, still has running water as well as in ground bbq pits! It's in great condition, but please respect it when visiting 😊

[@sualatasavinijr4269]

Wow super interesting. Mahalo 🤙

[@Uso_Blaze801]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@josephunderwearssmith6960]

We mormoon whyts have rights too in Utah.......😇😇😇

[@chokebeer5296]

And hawaiians have no rights in hawai'i.

[@bradbundy1471]

Very well put together. Your presentation and research is excellent. You should have a much bigger audience. Subscribed and am sharing. 🤠🧑‍🦰🌲🎼

[@ZGHistory]

Thank you very much sir. Much appreciated!!