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Lyman House Memorial Museum

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The Lyman House Memorial Museum occupies a restored 1839 mission house, one of the oldest frame buildings in Hawaii. The museum offers two floors of exhibits: the first floor displays the original mission home with period furnishings, while the second floor houses a collection of Hawaiian artifacts, including feather work, kapa cloth, and stone tools. A separate wing covers natural history, with volcanic rocks, shells, and bird specimens. Visitors gain insight into both missionary life and pre-contact Hawaiian culture.

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  • The restored 1839 mission house with original furnishings and missionary artifacts
  • A second-floor gallery showcasing Hawaiian feather work, kapa cloth, and stone tools
  • Natural history exhibits featuring Hawaii's volcanic rocks, shells, and native birds

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You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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