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.
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
Upcoming Events
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, January 25, 2026
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey that will immerse you in the wonders of the deep blue. Sounds of the Ocean, the award-winning immersive experience, invites you and your family to a captivating fusion of art, music and mindfulness that will transport you to the heart of the ocean’s embrace.
Friday, December 19, 2025
Museum After Hours
In partnership with the Mary Kawena Pukui Cultural Preservation Society, Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum invites you to celebrate the life, work and legacy of our hero of cultural preservation, Mary Kawena Pukui.
Sunday, December 28, 2025
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey that will immerse you in the wonders of the deep blue.
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.