Museums in:

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Culture, History

Located on a 12 acre campus, the State Museum of Natural and Cultural Historyincludes permanent exhibits on Hawaiian history, culture and the natural sciences; rotating exhibits and interactive displays; daily demonstrations by folk artists and performanc

East-West Center Gallery

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Art

Located on the campus of the University of HawaiÔi, the East-West Center Gallery presents five exhibitions per year on traditional and contemporary arts of the Pacific region. Call before you visit because the gallery is closed during exhibit installatio

Foster Botanical Garden

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Botanical Garden

In the heart of busy Honolulu, Foster Botanical Gardens is a 13.5 acre oasis of tropical plants, some rare and endangered, collected from throughout the worldÕs tropics over a period of 140 years. Adjoining LiliÔuokalani Botanical Garden was once the pro

Harold L. Lyon Arboretum

Honolulu, Hawai'i

History, Nature Centers, University

Self-guided tours of Lyon Arboretum's 194 acres will take you on trails, world renowned collections of tropical plants and specialty gardens set against the stunning backdrop of the Ko`olau Mountains. Guided tours (fee, reservations required) Mon-Sat.

Children's

Children and adults participate in discovery experiences through hands-on interactive exhibits and state-of-the-art the technology.

Hawaii State Archives

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Primarily a research facility, the HawaiÔi State archives is the official repository of records of the government of Hawaii (1790 to date), the private papers of Hawaiian royalty and government officials, and photographs.

Hawaiian Historical Society

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Historical Society

Primarily a research facility, the Hawaiian Historical Society houses over 12,000 volumes on HawaiÔi and the Pacific; extensive collection of 19th and early 20th century materials on HawaiÔi including narratives of early voyages and travels, newspapers, p

Art

Exhibits showcase well-known criminal cases police weapons, equipment and uniforms.

Botanical Garden

This lush 400 acres of rain forest environment features Hawaiian and tropical plants, a network of trails, a map/guide, and a visitor center with art gallery. For camping permits and information on tours and programs, call (808) 233-7323.,

Culture

The major exhibit ÒOkage Sama De: I am what I am because of youÓ chronicles the history of the Japanese in HawaiÔi through from their arrival in the late 1800s through todayÕs multicultural society. See recreations of plantation homes, schoolhouse, store

Specialized

Primarily a research archives, the Center preserves resources documenting the history of medicine in HawaiÔi. At the QueenÕs Medical Center next door, there are exhibits on the history of QueenÕs Hospital, founded in 1860 by Queen Emma.

Moanalua Gardens Foundation

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Nature Centers

Visit this oasis of graceful trees and lily ponds on the outskirts of Honolulu for a leisurely walk or picnic. Guided tours of Kamananui Valley and other guided hikes may be reserved by calling 839-5334.

Art

Art, Botanical Garden, Children's, Culture, Historic House, Library, Park, Specialized

The Contemporary Museum, Honolulu, is the only museum in the state of Hawai‘i devoted exclusively to contemporary art. TCM provides an accessible forum for provocative, dynamic forms of visual art, offering interaction with art and artists in a unique Island environment.

Waikiki Aquarium

Waikiki, Hawai'i

Aquarium

Immerse yourself in a unique ocean environment, home to nearly 2,000 marine animals from HawaiÔi and the tropical Pacific. YouÕll be just inches away from sharks, mahimahi, jellyfish, living corals, Hawaiian monk seals, and other rare species.

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Specialized

Hawaii Heritage Center

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Culture

Hawaii State Capitol

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Built in 1969, the HawaiÔi State Capitol houses the executive and legislative branches of state government. The GovernorÕs Office of Information Tours Programs offers guided tours by reservation. Call 586-0178.

Honolulu Academy of Arts

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Art

In a gracious historic buidling with courtyards and fountains, HawaiÔiÕs premier art museums houses an international collection of more than 34,000 works of art including Asian and Western art from ancient times to present.

Honolulu Zoo

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Zoo

Located in beautiful KapiÔolani Park at the base of Diamond Head, the Honolulu Zoo features a wide variety of animal exhibits in a park-like setting. A 10 acre African Savannah exhibit, lions, elephants and giraffes, marsh and forest birds, chimpanzees a

Iolani Palace

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Historic House

Built in 1882, Iolani Palace was the official residence of King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, the last monarchs of Hawaii. The site of coronations, lavish social events and political turmoil, the Palace has been elegantly and meticulously restored with original royal furnishings.

Judiciary History Center

Honolulu, Hawai'i

History

Located in the historic AliÔiolani Hale, built by King Kamehameha V in 1874, the Judiciary History Center features exhibits and multimedia presentations on HawaiÔiÕs legal history and landmark court cases.

Mission Houses Museum

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Historic House

Guided tours of three historic houses, exhibits and demonstrations of printing introduce the daily life and work of American missionaries and their influential role in HawaiÔiÕs history. Be sure to visit the Mission Cemetery and KawaiahaÔo Church, built

Queen Emma Summer Palace

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Historic House

Built in 1847, the restored and furnished home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Hawaiian monarchy.

The Arts at Marks Garage

Honolulu, Hawai'i

Art

Art

Innovative and beautifully designed rotating exhibits of historical and contemporary art.

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MUSEUM CONFERENCES

April 27 - April 29, 2025

Oregon Museum Association 2025 Conference

TBA

Independence, Oregon

Beginning in 2025, the OMA annual conference will be held in Spring rather than Fall

The conference this year is all about trying new things. We are hoping to organize the conference into the following four tracks: Collections Care, Leadership, Emergency Preparedness, and Tourism

Check our website for more details in early 2025

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For more information, please email connect@oregonmuseums.org.

October 1 - October 4, 2025

Western Museums Association’s (WMA) 2025 Annual Meeting

TBA

Reno, Nevada

Save the Date for WMA 202

As we celebrate our 90th anniversary, join us to build relationships and soar higher than ever before. With the theme of ELEVATE, WMA 2025 will explore ways to lift up the experiences of cultural professionals and the communities they serve.

In Reno, Nevada, 4,400 feet above sea level, we will forward the progress of museums by looking to the future.

May 6 - May 9, 2025

2025 American Alliance of Museums (AAM) ANNUAL MEETING & MUSEUMEXPO

Los Angeles Convention Center

Los Angeles, California

AAM 2025 will focus on the theme, Museums & Trust.

Museums have long inspired high levels of public trust, surpassing news outlets, government organizations, researchers and scientists, corporations, and social media platforms. This consistent finding underscores our institutions’ unique position in society as stewards of knowledge, culture, science, and history—areas where credibility and reliability are paramount

In an era marked by mistrust and misinformation, museums have a rare ability to counterbalance the proliferation of false narratives and polarized perspectives. Using our trusted position, we can cultivate a more healthy, empathetic, and informed society.

But to do so, we must maintain our credibility proactively, embracing thoughtful, transparent, and collaborative practices that will defend against influences like bias, resource challenges, abuse of power, and social injustice

An Incredible MuseumExpo

AAM is again partnering this year with the Museum Store Association to host an incredible combined expo hall. Find the most innovative services, products, and solutions in the museum field. With 350 exhibitors, you are bound to find the right partner for your museum’s current challenges and opportunities.

May 5 - May 9, 2025

Museum Store Association FORWARD 2025 in LA

The Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles, California

Join MSA in LA

We’re excited about our next MSA FORWARD Conference & Expo in “The City of Angels” – Los Angeles, California in conjunction with the American Alliance of Museums

Join the Museum Store Association (MSA) and hundreds of nonprofit retail professionals for the 70th Annual MSA FORWARD Retail Conference & Expo, taking place May 5-9, 2025 at The Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California

Once again, MSA FORWARD will be held in conjunction with the 2025 American Alliance of Museums (AAM) Annual Meeting & Expo

Learn best practices and new ideas for store merchandising, operations, marketing, and sale

Participate in dedicated networking events and create connections that will inspire new ideas

Meet with over 200 MSA vendors about your product needs

Hear from knowledgeable industry experts during session breakouts and keynote presentations

Network with AAM attendees and exhibitor

September 10 - September 13, 2025

2025 Am Assoc for State and Local History Annual Conference

TBD

Cincinnati, Ohio

The 2025 AASLH Annual Conference, in partnership with Ohio Local History Alliance, will take place as the history field makes the final preparations to kickoff off the 250th commemoration of the founding of the United States.

The 2025 conference theme, inspired by AASLH’s Making History at 250: The Field Guide for Semiquincentennial, is an opportunity to broadly explore one of the guide’s themes, The American Experiment. For many in the American colonies in 1776, independence from Britain represented a “leap into the dark” into an unknown future

We are excited for you to join us in Cincinnati as we encourage discussion about our democracy and civic institutions and how they can help strengthen understanding, inspire action, and reveal ways that all of us can participate in and shape the ongoing American experiment.

For more information, please call 615-320-3203 or email info@aaslh.org.