Hawaii Maritime Center Photos
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Hawaii Maritime Center, Oahu
Hawaii's rich maritime history comes to life at this fascinating museum located at Honolulu Harbor's Pier 7. Located inside a replica of His Majesty King David Kalakaua's own canoe house, the two-level Hawaii Maritime Center houses an extensive collection of artifacts, old photos, models and more. Handy tape machines guide visitors through 30 exhibits covering everything from ancient Polynesian mariners through Captain Cook's arrival and the now defunct whaling industry.
One of the big draws here is the museum's enormous Pacific humpback whale skeleton. The animal's carcass washed up on the shores of Kaho’olawe Island in 1986, and the 159-bone skeleton was later restored and put on display. The whale was named Lei'iwi, which means "Lei of Cherished Bones" in the Hawaiian language.
Admission to the Hawaii Maritime Center used to include the chance to step inside the Falls of Clyde, an impressive full-rigged, four-masted schooner that once transported tea from China to the West Coast. (It is currently not possible to enter the ship because it needs to be restored). Dating back to 1878, the ship became a National Historic Landmark in 1989.
Note: at the time of publication, the Hawaii Maritime Center was temporarily closed due to economic constraints. Check the Bishop Museum website for the latest updates (bishopmuseum.org).
Hours:
The museum is open daily, 8:30 am to 5 pm. The museum is closed on Christmas Day (December 25). Parking is available at the Aloha Tower Marketplace.
Admission:
Free admission if you buy a Bishop Museum membership
General - adult $7.50
General - child (ages 6-17) $4.50
Hawaii Maritime Center Overview
- Museum provides informaton about Hawaii's maritime history
- Located near the Aloha Tower Marketplace and Honolulu Harbor
Location: Hawaii Maritime Center, Pier 7, Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu Harbor, HI
Directions: The Center is located next to the Aloha Tower Marketplace.
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