Kauaʻi Museum
The Kauaʻi Museum in Lihue, Kauai, exhibits some of the finest traditional crafts of Kauai and Niihau, as well as the geographical background of the Hawaiian Islands, the lifestyle of Hawaiian indigenous peoples, and Captain Cook’s visit to the Waimea coast of Kauai.
It covers a wide range of details such as landing, the Kingdom of Hawaii, and the history of immigrants.
You can also visit the gallery, which introduces the works of multicultural artists, sculptors and craftsmen.
Purpose of Activity
With respect and gratitude for the outstanding collections of cultural heritage, traditions and artistic heritage brought about by the history of indigenous and immigrants on Kauai and Niihau, we will research, analyze and preserve them and pass them on to the next generation.
Activities
We are engaged in activities to manage and preserve cultural heritage with the aim of sharing the history of Kauai and Niihau with communities and visitors.
At the Kauaʻi Museum, a number of valuable art and traditional crafts are exhibited and open to the public.
There are many exhibits related to Hawaiian history, such as the life of ancient Hawaiians and the state of Captain Cook’s landing, and guided tours by professional guides are also held.
History
- 1960
- Kauaʻi Museum Founded
- 1970
- The building that was the Wilcox Library at that time was renovated and reopened as part of the Kauai Museum.
