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    Iolani Palace > Events
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    Kamaaina Sunday – September / Onipaa Celebration

    September 6, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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    Kamaaina Sunday – October / Children & Youth Day

    October 4, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    October 16, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    October 23, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    October 30, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    November 6, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Kamaaina Sunday – November

    November 8, 2020 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    November 13, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    November 20, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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    Royal Hawaiian Band Performance

    November 27, 2020 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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About the Palace

Iolani Palace is a living restoration of a proud Hawaiian national identity, registered National Historic Landmark and the only official royal palace in the United States.

Located at the corner of King St. and Richard St. in downtown Honolulu (more details).

Main: 808-522-0822

E-Cigarette Policy

“Smoking, Use of Electronic Smoking Devices, or Use of Tobacco or Betel Nut Products is Prohibited by Law” in all state parks including Iolani Palace grounds.

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#OnThisDay in 1891, Queen #Kapiolani and her nephe #OnThisDay in 1891, Queen #Kapiolani and her nephew Prince #Kalanianaole (both pictured) departed for #Kauai. Their steamer arrived off Kauai the next day at 2:30 a.m., but the party was unable to reach shore until 5:30 a.m. due to heavy surf. Patiently awaiting their arrival was a large crowd of Kauai residents who, excited to see the Queen and bestow upon her gifts, had gotten up long before sunrise and waited in the dark. The next day, the first reception was held at noon where three to four hundred children greeted the Queen and presented hookupu (gifts). The festive gathering enjoyed a luau at 3 p.m., followed by an opportunity for others to present hookupu. Among the presents: pigs, poultry, fruit, flowers, cakes, curios, sugar cane, eggs, kahili, fans, lei and calabash. During her mahalo speech, the Queen stated this was not a vacation but an opportunity for her to become better acquainted with her people. A formal reception held in the evening, followed the next day by an outing to the Industrial School and then Wailua Falls. Dinner and a casual evening with friends at the home of William Hyde Rice (where she was staying) rounded out the day. On Friday, her last full day before returning to Honolulu, she visited Kealia, Hanalei, Niihau (not the island but a site on Kauai), Waimea and Koloa before attending a luau at Kalapaki, the seaside residence of Mr. Rice.
#OnThisDay in 1887, a new constitution was present #OnThisDay in 1887, a new constitution was presented to King #Kalakaua for his signature. As Kalakaua signed this constitution under duress, it has since been called the Bayonet Constitution. This new constitution decreased the power of the monarch and changed the House of Nobles from an appointed body to an elected body. Voting rights were also changed which disenfranchised many Hawaiians by limiting the right to vote to male residents with good incomes or property, who could read and write Hawaiian, English, or another European language. Almost immediately, groups in opposition to this constitution began petitioning Kalakaua for a reversal, especially those sections regarding voting rights.
We are humbled by the recent overwhelming support We are humbled by the recent overwhelming support by the community to help The Friends of Iolani Palace protect and preserve #IolaniPalace. During our three-month closure, we continued to care for the objects in our collection and to maintain this remarkable building, which has been costly. Your contribution, no matter the size, allows us to continue our kuleana in protecting and preserving this Hawaii landmark for many years to come. Here are ways you can continue to support The Friends of Iolani Palace. Visit the link in our bio for more information. Stay tuned for additional partnerships with local organizations and businesses. Mahalo for supporting The Friends of Iolani Palace, today and every day.
#OnThisDay in 1886, their Majesties King #Kalakaua #OnThisDay in 1886, their Majesties King #Kalakaua and Queen #Kapiolani became the first residents to deposit money into the Hawaiian Postal Savings Bank at the General Post Office of #Honolulu on the corner of Merchant and Bethel Streets. Their passbook, which was how banks tracked deposits and withdrawals before computers, were numbered 1 and 2. The Postal Savings Bank was created in 1884 to allow depositors to loan money to the government, much like buying a savings bond today. As the name suggests, post offices were where you made your deposits. At the time, the minimum deposit was 25 cents with interest calculated on sums of five dollars, twice a year. #Hawaii was ahead of its time as this Hawaiian bank allowed women and minors to participate “in their own right.” Pictured: the General Post Office before 1884. The building is now home to the Kumu Kahua Theater.
⭐️ UPDATE: Masks are now sold out! In less tha ⭐️ UPDATE: Masks are now sold out! In less than 24 hours, @iolanithebrand was able to raise $40,000 in mask donations and with the $10,000 match from the Kawakami ohana, a total of $50,000 will be donated to The Friends of Iolani Palace! Mahalo for your support! ⭐️ In an exciting partnership @iolanithebrand is producing limited-edition face masks from vintage prints with proceeds to benefit The Friends of Iolani Palace! Additionally, the Kawakami Family, third-generation owners of the family-run business, will match proceeds up to $10,000 and hopes to raise more than $20,000 to support our mission to preserve, protect, and perpetuate this legacy of Hawaiian history. “We truly believe that my grandma and grandpa are smiling down on us, happy that we are able to help our community in this small way,” said @alxkawakami, ‘IOLANI Director of Development. “We hope everyone will help us make this project a huge success!” Using a vintage ‘IOLANI print reflecting Hawaii’s rich history, the company created unique facemasks which retail for $18. Pre-orders begin today at IOLANI.com (or visit the link in their bio — @iolanithebrand).
#OnThisDay in 1884, the third and final benefit fo #OnThisDay in 1884, the third and final benefit for Hansen’s disease patients was held at the Music Hall. The residents of Honolulu had a tough choice to make between the benefit concert at the Music Hall or a performance by the Malihini Glee Club at Kawaiahao Church. The Kawaiahao concert was under the patronage of and assisted by Princess Liliuokalani. The Daily Bulletin newspaper commented that had the Malihini Glee Club known before they choose the date, printed programs, tickets and finalized their arrangements, that Kapiolani’s committee was planning a benefit on the same day they would have changed their date. Both concerts were well attended and received favorable reviews in the papers. The Glee Club must have been relieved to hear that the Music Hall concert was almost sold out. Pictured: First photo - Kawaiahao Church Second photo - Music Hall
#OnThisDay in 1884, the second of three events to #OnThisDay in 1884, the second of three events to benefit Hansen’s disease patients was held at the Government Hotel. His Majesty King Kalakaua, Queen Kapiolani, Princess Liliuokalani, Princess Likelike and His Royal Highness Prince Oscar of Sweden were present. Pictured: The Government Hotel #IolaniPalace
#OnThisDay in 1884, Queen Kapiolani hosted a garde #OnThisDay in 1884, Queen Kapiolani hosted a garden party to benefit Hansen’s disease patients. This photo represents the result of the meetings on June 4 and June 10 which planned the Palace Garden Party, a ball and a concert to benefit Hansen’s disease patients and was a success! #IolaniPalace
Mahalo to Douglas Crum, one of our #FacesofIolaniP Mahalo to Douglas Crum, one of our #FacesofIolaniPalace who started as a Guardian in 2009 before becoming an #IolaniPalace Docent the following year. As a Freemason (32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason & Knights Templar), he has a kindred connection and responsibility to honor the memory of King #Kalakaua. “I believe that we all have our civic rent to pay, meaning giving back to society regardless of our station,” Douglas said. “For me, it was a twist of fate. After noticing how neglect had tarnished the statue of King Kalakaua at the gateway to Waikiki (actually presented by The United Japanese Society and Freemasons), I felt that it should be returned to its former glory. Following much debate with the Parks Department and Mayor, the park and statue were restored. I thought to myself, ‘What’s next?’ The answer proved to be Iolani Palace.” Douglas’s passion for sharing King Kalakaua’s legacy and the story of the Kingdom of #Hawaii is paramount, and shows in his commitment to his role as a volunteer. “It’s my understanding that the typical docent will present about 100 tours in five years. In my first year, I’d presented 217. I imagine that I’m getting close to 1,000 tours by now!” When asked what he loves about volunteering, Douglas traces us back to the roots of the mission. “My purpose is to be sure that anyone who will listen will be introduced to the Kingdom of Hawaii, Iolani Palace, and His Majesty King Kalakaua,” he said. “Foremost are the school excursions for 4th graders, who are in awe seeing such a magnificent Palace for the first time. It’s also reinforced by the hundreds of letters I’ve received after their visit. Lastly, volunteering has opened doors to individuals who have reached out to me after visiting the Palace about their own experiences with history.” You can be one of the faces of Iolani Palace, too! We're preparing to reopen and have opportunities to serve as Reopening Guardians. For more information and to sign up, please email kukui@iolanipalace.org.
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Your ticket for the: Na Moolelo Lecture Series: “A Native Nationalistic Celebration: King Kalakaua’s Coronation Ceremony”

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Na Moolelo Lecture Series: “A Native Nationalistic Celebration: King Kalakaua’s Coronation Ceremony”

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