Bishop Museum

State Museum of Natural & Cultural History

Bishop Museum is Hawaii's state museum of natural and cultural history, on a 15-acre campus in Kalihi. The grounds include Hawaiian Hall Complex, the planetarium, the Science Adventure Center, the Na Ulu Kaiwi'ula Native Hawaiian Garden, and Castle Memorial Building.

Education & Camp Programs

The Education Department runs school programs, specialty camps in partnership with outside operators, and family events. Programs include:
- Specialty Camp options (multiple partners)
- On-site school programs across all galleries
- Native Hawaiian Garden tours
- Planetarium and Science Adventure Center workshops
- Family-friendly daily activities
- Museum sleepovers (with meals)

What's Included

• Educator-led gallery experiences
• Materials for art, culture, and science workshops
• Garden access during programs

Experience

Hawaii's flagship cultural museum - kids leave with grounded understanding of Polynesian voyaging, Pacific biodiversity, and Hawaii's volcanic origins. Strong fit for families and school groups who want substance, not just souvenir-shop tourism.