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Bishop Museum in Honolulu, HI

1525 Bernice Street • Honolulu, HI 96817

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A family of four walks in front of a historic stone museum building with arched entryways and the sign "1899 Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum" above the entrance.

Three people view a museum display featuring models of traditional Polynesian sailing canoes and boats against a backdrop of ocean imagery.

A family sits and smiles inside a planetarium, with a child pointing upward at the projection equipment on the ceiling.

A family stands in a museum hall with suspended whale and shark models, surrounded by exhibits and displays in a spacious, ornate interior.

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About Bishop Museum

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Hawaii's museum of natural and cultural history. Experience daily exhibits, garden tours, planetarium shows and interactive exhibits. Shop for authentic Hawaiian and Pacific gifts. Discover the history of Hawaii!

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Paid parking is available. $8 for Hawaii residents and $16 for non-residents
Cafe by Highway Inn and Shop Pacifica are on-site for guests to enjoy.
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Last admission is at 4:00 PM.
Bishop Museum is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Public tours included with museum admission.
Planetarium and special exhibit cost additional fees.

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Natural history museum interior featuring wooden balconies, display cases, and suspended models of a whale and a canoe, with exhibits visible on both floors.

Stone building with arched entryways and peaked roofs, surrounded by grass, trees, and plants under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Heritage site sign for Bishop Museum in Hawaii, established 1889, featuring a silhouette of a figure in traditional attire and a blue sky background.

Two young women interact with a hands-on exhibit, arranging geometric wooden shapes on a display board in a museum setting.

A large indoor volcano exhibit with artificial lava and smoke inside a modern building with large windows.

Description

Bishop Museum is a museum of history and science located in the historic Kalihi district of Honolulu on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. Founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop, in honor of his wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop—the last descendant of the royal Kamehameha dynasty—Bishop Museum houses the largest collection of Hawaiian and Pacific cultural artifacts and natural history specimens in the world. The entomological collection alone is estimated to comprise more than 14.7 million specimens.

Bishop Museum has been recognized throughout the world for its cultural collections, research projects, consulting services, and public educational programs. The primary purpose of the museum is to serve and represent the interests of Native Hawaiians.

Discover Hawaii's history and living culture, learn about Polynesian wayfinding, and experience the thrill of an erupting volcano—only at Bishop Museum.

Signature Galleries:

Campus Murals | Hawaiian Hall | Pacific Hall
Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kahili Room | Picture Gallery
Richard T. Mamiya Science Adventure Center
Na Ulu Kanu O Kaiwi‘ula Native Hawaiian Garden
J. Watumull Planetarium - additional fee

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"ALOHA BRICKS ‘26"

Reviewed March 24, 2026 NEW

This is our second visit to the Bishop’s Museum. We learned the museum was once the home of Princess Bishop who wished the home would be dedicated to preserving the Hawaiian culture for generations to come upon her death. Our visit this time was to view the Aloha Bricks ’26 exhibition. It features over 100 Lego models created by professional Lego artists. Upon entering, a Lego replica of the Duke’s surfboard greets you. Other outstanding exhibits for me included the Hawaiian landmarks including the USS Arizona, the Bishop Museum, the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, and the display of things endemic to Hawaii: the state fish(humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa trigger fish) and insect. (Kamehameha Butterfly) and the state plant (Taro) which produces the staple poi. There is also a replica of the nectar-feeding ʻIʻiwi bird. The exhibit also includes wall art made of Legos. This is a family-friendly exhibit and includes a free play zone for all to build. The exhibition is open until October 27th and is worth a visit.

rossh31

Saint Cloud, Florida

"A Bit Expensive of a museum but with great history of Hawaii and Oceania"

Reviewed February 21, 2026

This museum is unique in that it was once a school which was turned into a museum for Oceanic culture. The main exhibit of the history of Hawaii and Oceania was very informative and helped explain a lot of what you see and hear today. The planetarium was closed when we were there and the amount of science exhibits are scarce.

Bishop Museum is located at 1525 Bernice Street • Honolulu, HI 96817

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bishop Museum

Where is the Bishop Museum located?

It's located at 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96817.

Is there a charge for handicap vehicles?

Bishop Museum has designated convenient parking for its handicapped guests. Vehicles parked in a blue handicap space and displaying a blue handicap placard will not be charged for parking.

Is there parking available on-site?

The parking fee is $8 for Hawaii residents and $16 for non-residents.

What hours is the Bishop Museum Cafe?

Operates daily from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Please note, food and beverages are not allowed in the gallery spaces.

Are pets allowed?

Please be aware that animals are not allowed on Bishop Museum premises. Service animals are welcome.

Are photography and videography allowed inside the museum?

Visitors to the Bishop Museum are permitted to photograph and videotape our exhibits. Flash photography is permitted. Photography and videotaping for commercial use must be coordinated through the museum first.

What are the daily programs?

For a list of daily programming, visit the Bishop Museum website directly. Please check on-campus signage for changes to the daily schedule during special events. Daily programs are subject to change.