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

Wayfinders

J. Watumull Planetarium

Science Adventure Center

Hawaiian Hall

Upcoming Events

Thursday, October 22, 2026
Maʻa: Establishing Our Pilina to Kanaloa
A group of people dressed in traditional white garments pose together on a rocky hillside with the ocean and an island in the background.

The second installment in our commemorative series turns to Maʻa — becoming familiar, practiced, and grounded in relationship.

Saturday, October 24, 2026
Behind the Scenes Native Garden Tour
A paved path passes by a large tree, informational sign, and a small free library box, with palm trees and buildings in the background under a blue sky.

Join expert botanist, Miles Thomas, on an in-depth native garden tour!

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Nānā I Ke Kumu: He Hoʻoilina Ola Ka Hula

An older woman in a floral dress sits outside a stone building on a sunny day. Shrubs and statues are visible in the background.

In partnership with the Mary Kawena Pukui Cultural Preservation Society, Bishop Museum invites you to celebrate the life, work, and enduring legacy of Mary Kawena Pukui, a foundational pillar of Hawaiian knowledge and cultural revitalization.

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Paʻa: Kanaloa Kānaka i Kanaloa

A group of people sit and stand outdoors, sorting and cleaning harvested plants and vegetables into plastic bins and containers.

The final talk-story session, Paʻa, centers on steadfastness — solidifying our commitment to ʻāina and to one another.

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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