Points of Interest in Hawaii -Part II

By: Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman, (RA), e-PRO, Century 21 Liberty Homes, Mililani, HI 96789

The Hawaiian history is rich. So rich is the history of the Hawaiian people that it is surely a given that you will have to visit some of these "Points of Interest in Hawaii" to grasp a little of our history in better understanding our Hawa'i'i. Our Hawa'i'i people. At some time during my life I have visited all of these historical places and I guaranty that each threshold you cross you will FEEL the history while viewing artifacts and structures that tell our story.

Downtown Honolulu:

• Iolani Palace- See the magnificent feather cloak of Kiwala'o, the Crown Jewels, the Chamberlain's Office and other treasures of the Monarchy period. call (808) 522-0832
• Kamehameha Statue Kamehameha unified Hawaii and under his government maintained peace even though there was intense pressure from the Western civilization. Located at the corner of King and Punchbowl Streets
• Mission Houses Museum Tours through the old structures include the oldest frame house and the first printing office in the islands. Located at the corner of King and Kawaiahao Streets.
• Kawaiahao Church King Lunalilo, the first elected monarch of Hawai'i, was burried on the church grounds and Kawaiahao Church was the first Christian Church in Hawaii. Some of their founders and decendants are buried on the grounds as well. Many are married at this historical church to this day. Located at the corner of King and Punchbowl Streets.
• Honolulu Academy of Arts I haven't been here for about 10 years but this is one of my favorites. The building is so beautiful with its architechtural design. Fine Asian art collections. For more information call 532-8700 (Additional info from Pete: hosting this "Art After Dark" event the last Friday of each month. Live music, food, drinks, and most of the galleries are open. Great way to get younger folks to visit the museum, as it has become one of the trendy places to see and be seen)
• Washington Place -From Queen Liliuokalani to Governor Lingle this is the oldest structure that has been in continuous use. For more information, please call 586-0240
• Honolulu Hale City and County of Honolulu Government (Mayor's Office) Open courtyard looking up into the sky is the centerpiece of this masterpiece. 530 South King Street
• Queen Emma's Summer Palace Wife of King Kamehameha IV and the symbol of the island's cosmopolitan culture 2913 Pali Highway
  808-595-3167
• Bishop Museum (founded in 1889) the Bishop Museum is by far one of the most outstanding examples of our Hawaiian history with over 24 million cultural artifacts that were acquired over the past 112 years that tell the story of Hawaii and the Pacific. 1525 Bernice Street, Honolulu, Hawai'i 96817 Phone: 808.847.351
• The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on this site, propelling the U.S. into World War II. This floating memorial in Pearl Harbor is the resting place for many of the 1,177 crew members killed on the USS Arizona battleship.

If you are interested in more "About Hawaii" stories and informational articles please click on any of the following links:

Points of Interest and Entertainment in Hawaii - Part 1

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Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman is a Realtor-Associate with Century 21 Liberty Homes in Mililani, Hawaii. With a sharp understanding that a listening ear is the key to a client's needs she serves the island of Oahu (Honolulu County) and all Hawaii Military Relocating to Hawaii, Hawaii Retirees, Hawaii Job Transfers and Hawaii Residents. Website: www.hawaiihomesmarket.com