State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Immerse yourself in Hawaiʻi’s rich culture and heritage at the premier natural and cultural history museum in the state.

State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Masks covering the nose and mouth are optional but encouraged indoors. For more information see our Health and Safety page.

OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years

OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years

1525 BERNICE STREET • HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI 96817

1525 BERNICE STREET HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I 96817

Featured Exhibits & Events

Experience Ea Mai ʻEiwa

Aloha Bricks ’26: Stories of Hawaiʻi

Wayfinders

J. Watumull Planetarium

Science Adventure Center

Hawaiian Hall

Upcoming Events

Sunday, September 27, 2026
Kāhuli Celebration Day
Three snails with multicolored shells crawl in a row on a white background. National Geographic Photo Ark and photographer credit are visible in the lower left corner.
We celebrate Kāhuli in 2026 with a day of live music, hula, puppetry, educational presentations, and activity booths in Hawaiian Hall.

Sunday, September 27, 2026

T. REX: Extended Cut Screenings
A Tyrannosaurus rex stands on a rocky outcrop at sunset, with the sun shining behind it and the text "T-REX" in the lower right corner.

Chronicling the true story of three boys’ discovery of a juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex fossil in July 2022 in North Dakota, T. REX takes you through. the life and times of this iconic dinosaur.

Sunday, October 4, 2026

T. REX: Extended Cut Screenings

A Tyrannosaurus rex stands on a rocky outcrop at sunset, with the sun shining behind it and the text "T-REX" in the lower right corner.

Chronicling the true story of three boys’ discovery of a juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex fossil in July 2022 in North Dakota, T. REX takes you through. the life and times of this iconic dinosaur.

Friday, October 9, 2026

Museum After Hours
Outdoor evening event at Bishop Museum, with guests seated under large tents and a sign reading “After Hours” visible in the upper left corner.
Once a month, Bishop Museum opens its 15‑acre campus after sunset, inviting kamaʻāina and visitors to explore Hawaiʻi’s rich cultural and natural heritage in a vibrant evening setting.

Be a Part of Our Story

Celebrate the extraordinary history, culture, and environment of Hawaiʻi and the Pacific with a gift to Bishop Museum. As a partner in the Museum’s work, you can help to sustain vital collections, research, and knowledge, and inspire exploration and discovery with a tax-deductible donation.

Notice: Bishop Museum will close early at 3:00 p.m. this Saturday, September 26th for a special event.
Please plan your visit accordingly.
Mahalo for your understanding.

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