Volunteer Spotlights

Volunteers have been a vital part of The Friends of Iolani Palace since its beginnings in 1966, providing invaluable services today that help keep the Palace open for visits. Through the COVID-19 pandemic, we relied on our volunteers to assist in various positions including the Palace and Hale Koa (Palace

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Making an impact: Kamehameha Schools, Kaunamano Farm donate a total of $10,000 to ‘Iolani Palace

Kamehameha Schools and Kaunamano Farm donated a total of $10,000 to ‘Iolani Palace as part of a fundraiser in support of the ongoing operations of the historic landmark that has been severely impacted by the downturn of tourism as a result of COVID-19 pandemic.

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Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs

Aloha AHCC Members As a member of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, you will receive: 10% discount on all annual memberships to the Friends of Iolani Palace (FOIP) Additionally, as a FOIP member you will also receive a 20% discount on most items at the Palace Shop as well

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White Glove Tour

During the White Glove Tour, guests will go beyond the stanchions during a private and intimate tour led by the ʻIolani Palace Historian. Guests will have access to restricted areas throughout the Palace for an up-close look at precious objects. Guests will hear stories of the monarchs and learn of

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IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES CANCELLATION OF THE 2020 QUEEN KAPIOLANI EVENING TOURS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Becker Communications, Inc Jocelyn Collado, (808) 392-5737 – cell Leilani Lee, (808) 385-0495 – cell IOLANI PALACE ANNOUNCES CANCELLATION OF THE 2020 QUEEN KAPIOLANI EVENING TOURS HONOLULU (December 9, 2020) – Iolani Palace announced the cancellation of the 2020 Queen Kapiolani Evening Tours. The annual

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Actions of Aloha cards meet fundraising goal for Iolani Palace

What started as an effort to support an iconic Hawaiian landmark during the pandemic has raised thousands of dollars and is now expanding.

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DTL’s Actions of Aloha Cards Raise $10,000 for ‘Iolani Palace

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2020 DTL’s Actions of Aloha Cards Raise $10,000 for ‘Iolani Palace  HONOLULU – Earlier this year, DTL (detail) launched an Actions of Aloha initiative to inspire self-love, enact change, and remind us that aloha knows no bounds. What began as an idea on social media in response to COVID, developed into a deck of cards with

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Hawaii’s Royal Connection to Japan Tour

Now Available in English and Japanese The Hawaiʻi’s Royal Connection to Japan tour explores how the Hawaiian Kingdom established the relationship with the Asian nation, which continues to present day. This exclusive opportunity brings King Kalākaua’s 1881 journey to Japan to life. During this docent-led tour, guests will have access

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Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement

Aloha CNHA Members As a member of the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, you will receive: 10% discount on all annual memberships to the Friends of Iolani Palace (FOIP) Additionally, as a FOIP member you will also receive a 20% discount on most items at the Palace Shop as well

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