Museums in Honolulu

Celebrating Hawaii's colorful past, bringing hope for the future

Usually associated only with seaside fun, Honolulu has a lot to offer when it comes to culture, traditions, art and history. Honolulu museums reflect the city’s legacy, but are also looking forward to the future. Popular Honolulu museums include the Hawai'i State Art Museum (HiSAM), the Bishop Museum dedicated to Hawaii’s colorful past, the Hawaii Maritime Museum and the Contemporary Museum.