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The Friends of `Iolani Palace rely on outstanding volunteers for day-to-day operations. If you have a desire to learn, enjoy working with people, and have a few hours a week or a month to spare, we invite you to join our special family of volunteers.
`Iolani Palace holds a special place in the history of Hawai`i. As a volunteer, you will learn about the ali`i that graced its halls and the events that occurred in its stately rooms. You will be a wonderful part of helping to preserve this heritage for generations to come.
Volunteer Opportunities
Palace Greeter
During the days of the Hawaiian monarchy,`Iolani Palace was the social center of the Kingdom and the Royal Family was world reknown for its gracious hospitality. Guests were welcomed by the King and Queen with a true spirit of aloha. As official greeters of this grand historic house, you will extend that same hospitality and graciousness to our guests today. You will be stationed on the Palace Lanai to welcome visitors, check tickets, distribute booties, and present important House Rules.
Palace Guardians
Guardians provide assistance for both docents and touring visitors. This is a very important non-speaking position. As a guardian you will provide protection for Palace artifacts by guarding individual rooms and assisting docents as they move their group throughout the Palace.
Docent
Our docents interpret the history of 'Iolani Palace for thousands of visitors each year. Requirements include forty hours of Guardian service and completion of a Docent training course.
Docent Training
Learn Hawaiian history and the `Iolani Palace story and how to present it to others as a Palace Docent. Click here to find out more >>
Palace Gallery Host/Hostess
The Palace Galleries feature exhibits such as the Ancient Regalia, the Crown Jewelry of the Royal Family, and the Royal Orders. Hosts/Hostesses greet and check tickets as the visitor enters the Galleries.
Video Theater Host/Hostess
The theater, located in the Barracks, features a 15-minute video every half hour. A host/hostess greets guests and runs the video on schedule.
Shops Volunteers
The Palace features two shops. Volunteers assist in these shops. Retail experience is helpful.
Contact Us
For more information about volunteering, call our Volunteer Service Assistance
at (808) 522-0821, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (HST), Tuesday through Saturday, or e-mail us at
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To download a volunteer information request form (Adobe PDF format) Click here
The Palace Hui
The Palace Hui is an exciting group of young friends of `Iolani Palace who will carry on the tradition of honoring the Palace's unique place in Hawaiian history and supporting its programs through friend-raising and fund-raising. For information about joining The Palace Hui, call Maria at 522-0822.
Read about the Palace Hui's recent "Wine Tasting Fundraiser" in the Honolulu Advertiser & the Star Bulletin.