Queen Emma Summer Palace at a Glance
Born in 1836, Queen Emma was the wife of King Kamehameha
IV. She was the descendant of Hawaiian chieftains and John
Young from England, who was a friend and advisor to King
Kamehameha I. Queen Emma became a symbol of Hawaii’s cosmopolitan
culture. Built in 1847 on the island of Oahu, the summer
palace and home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV has
been restored and offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of
the Hawaiian monarchy.In the summer palace, one can view
household furnishings, personal items of Queen Emma and
her family, Hawaiian quilts and artifacts and there’s a
reference collection on Hulihee Palace, Queen Emma Palace
and the Daughters of Hawaii. Guided group and school tours
are offered. There are also special exhibits, arts and crafts
demonstrations, audiovisual programs and Hawaiian quilting
and language classes.
The palace is open daily from 9 am to 4 pm, except holidays.
Admission is $5 per adult. Children are free.
Queen Emma Summer Palace in Bullet Points
- Born in 1836, Queen Emma was the wife of King Kamehameha
IV
- The summer palace and home of Queen Emma and King
Kamehameha IV was built in 1847 on Oahu
- One can view household furnishings, personal items
of Queen Emma and her family, Hawaiian quilts and artifacts
and more
Driving Directions to the Queen Emma Summer Palace
/ Location
Take H1 westbound. Take the Pali Road Exit and Queen Emma
Summer Palace will be on the right side after Ahi Place.
Address: 2913 Pali Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817
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