PLACES TO LEARN ABOUT HAWAIIAN HISTORY

The story of King Kamehameha is just one facet of Hawaii’s rich history. To learn more about the royal Hawaiian monarchy and ancient Hawaiian history there are a variety of places to explore:

Bishop Museum, Oahu

Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop was a descendent of King Kamehameha and her extensive heirlooms became the foundation of one of the largest collections of Hawaiian and Polynesian artifacts in the world. You can find Kamehameha’s remarkable feather cape here in the Bishop Museum collection.
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Iolani Palace, Oahu

The Kingdom of Hawaii’s monarchy ended in 1893. Take a tour through Iolani Palace and listen to the moving story of Hawaii’s last monarchs, King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani.
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Iao Valley, Maui

Hike through this lush valley and read the historical markers that describe the Battle of Kepaniwai, where Kamehameha’s forces defeated Maui’s army in a fierce encounter.
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Puuhonua o Honaunau National Park, Hawaii’s Big Island

Once a “place of refuge” for law-breakers, touring through this expansive national historic park immerses you in the customs and culture of ancient Hawaii.
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