Architecture Tour of Hawaiian Mission Houses in Honolulu
Explore the architectural story behind Hawai‘i’s oldest Western-style house
Duration
60 mins
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
Site tour, Architecture discussion
Highlights
Explore Hawaiian Mission Houses on a guided tour focused on how its built environment developed over time. Delve into what makes this one-acre National Historic Landmark significant to both architecture and Hawai‘i’s history.
- Discover the 1821 Mission House, Hawai‘i’s oldest Western-style house
- Explore the site’s architectural development through the 1831 Chamberlain House and 1841 Bedroom Annex
- Learn about the reconstructed hale pili, added in 2021 with cultural practitioner leadership and archival sources
Important details
- Bring a photo ID to check-in for the kamaʻāina (Hawai‘i resident) rate.
- The senior rate is for ages 65+.
- Bring a student photo ID to check-in for the student rate.
- By attending, you consent to being photographed and included in Hawaiian Mission Houses’ publicity and promotional publications.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are non-refundable. Outdoor events may proceed in light rain. Heavy rain or lightning may delay the event up to 30 minutes before cancellation. If canceled, rescheduling will be attempted. If rescheduling is not possible or you cannot attend the new date, you may receive a rain-check credit for an event in the current or next calendar year.
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FAQs
The architecture tour is limited to 10 people.
Reserve your tour at least 24 hours in advance. Tour times are limited.
Street parking is available and free after 6 p.m. Additional parking is available at the Fasi Municipal Lot on Alapai Street between South King and South Beretania streets, with free parking from 4 p.m. and on weekends and holidays.
Meeting details
Hawaiian Mission Houses, 553 S. King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Related locations
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
Admission includedStep onto the quiet grounds of Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives and feel the pace of Honolulu slow around you. Three original structures from the 1820s still stand here, their coral and timber walls holding the weight of a pivotal era. At Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives, you walk through rooms where early missionaries lived, worked, and printed the first books in the Hawaiian language.
