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OAH‘U’S HISTORIC LANDMARKS
BISHOP MUSEUM
A virtual journey through Hawaii’s past, the museum
is recognized as the premier guardian, chronicler and
exhibitor of our rich natural and cultural heritage.
On display are royal cloaks, crowns, masks, weapons,
and other unique Polynesian specimens. Designated the
State Museum on Natural and Cultural History in 1988,
Bishop Museum is where families can learn about Hawaiian
Heritage as well as discover the wonders of science
through fun, hands-on exhibits and programs. It is open
daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 1525 Bernice
St. in Kalihi. Call (808) 847-3511.
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BISHOP MUSEUM AT KALIA
Now open in the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort
& Spa’s Kalia Tower. This branch of Bishop Museum
celebrates the history and cultural of the Hawaiian
people, from the daring migration of the Polynesians
to modern-day Hawai‘i, through a stunning collection
of Hawaiian artifact and cultural interactive programs.
Open from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. For information,
call (808) 947-2458.
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HAWAII'S PLANTATION VILLAGE
A fascinating guided tour takes you through a historic
village where the plantation life of Hawaii's 19th century
sugarcane society has been authentically recreated.
94-695 Waipahu St., Waipahu. Call (808) 677-0110.
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IOLANI PALACE
The only royal palace in the United States, ‘Iolani
Palace was completed in 1882, during the reign of King
Kalakaua. It later served as the territorial and state
capitol until the 1960s. Call (808) 538-1471
for tour information
and (808) 522-0832 for reservations. On South
King at Richards Street.
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 KAMEHAMEHA
THE GREAT
The bronze statue in front of Ali‘iolani Hale
(shown to the right), facing ‘Iolani Palace on
South King Street, is that of Kamehameha the
Great who, through warfare and diplomacy between 1790
and 1810, gained control of the islands to establish
the monarchy. FREE
KAWAIAHAO CHURCH
Dedicated in 1842, Kawaiaha‘o is Honolulu’s oldest church.
It served as the chapel of Hawaiian monarchs and was
the site of royal coronations, weddings and funerals.
Sunday services are in English and Hawaiian. The mausoleum
for King William Charles Lunalilo is located near the
entrance to the church grounds on South King at Punchbowl
Street. (808) 522-1333. FREE
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QUEEN EMMA SUMMER PALACE
Once the summer retreat of Hawaiian royalty, Queen Emma
Summer Palace in Nu‘uanu Valley now serves as a window
to the past with many of the family’s personal belongings
on display. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. daily. 2913 Pali
Highway. (808) 595-3167.
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MISSION HOUSES MUSEUM
Step back in time to 19th-century Honolulu and join
guided tours of three historic structures where the
first Christian missionaries to the islands lived and
worked. Inquire about Living History days and special
events. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Tue.-Sat. 553 South
King St., across from Kawaiaha‘o Church. (808)
531-0481.
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