Revival of Tiki Culture
The mid 1990s saw the beginning of a revival of the Tiki culture.
Several books on the subject of Tiki kitsch have been published, including The Book of Tiki by Sven Kirsten, published by Taschen. This book is credited with bringing mid-century Tiki culture back into the American mainstream.
Tiki-themed events and conventions have begun to spring up across America—with the majority happening in Southern California. Large annual events include Tiki Oasis in San Diego; Hukilau in Fort Lauderdale and Ohana Luau at the Lake in Lake George, NY.
A brand of Mexican tequila has created a hand-blown glass bottle with a five-inch glass Tiki inside
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