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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

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OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

OPEN DAILY
9 AM – 5 PM

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day

1525 BERNICE STREET • HONOLULU, HAWAIʻI 96817

1525 BERNICE STREET HONOLULU, HAWAI‘I 96817

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Upcoming Events

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Grow Aloha
A vibrant tropical landscape is showcased with majestic mountains, a radiant rainbow, lush flora, and a vivid bird. People are seen joyfully gardening and relaxing, reminiscent of a scene you'd discover at the Bishop Museum's enchanting exhibits.
In 2025, every third Wednesday of the month, drop by Bishop Museum at the Kaiwiʻula Night Market from 5 – 8 p.m. to adopt native plants for free.

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Kanikapila ma Kaiwiʻula

A group of people sitting in chairs and listening to music.

E hoʻokani pila pū kākou! Bring your ʻukulele, or borrow one of ours! Join in to learn some new techniques, share moʻolelo or just enjoy the music with members of the ʻUkulele Guild of Hawaiʻi.

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Kanikapila ma Kaiwiʻula

A group of people sitting in chairs and listening to music.
E hoʻokani pila pū kākou! Bring your ʻukulele, or borrow one of ours! Join in to learn some new techniques, share moʻolelo or just enjoy the music with members of the ʻUkulele Guild of Hawaiʻi.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Navigating by the Stars
A vibrant tropical landscape is showcased with majestic mountains, a radiant rainbow, lush flora, and a vivid bird. People are seen joyfully gardening and relaxing, reminiscent of a scene you'd discover at the Bishop Museum's enchanting exhibits.

In 2025, every third Wednesday of the month, drop by Bishop Museum at the Kaiwiʻula Night Market from 5 – 8 p.m. to adopt native plants for free.

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.

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