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The Smithsonian-affiliated Lyman Museum tells the story of Hawaii’s islands...
The Smithsonian-affiliated Lyman Museum tells the story of Hawaii’s islands and people through its exhibits on Hawaii’s volcanic origins, flora and fauna found nowhere else in the world, Hawaiian culture, and other ethnic groups that have shaped the unique society of Hawaii today. Admire worldwide collections of sea shells and minerals. Learn about 19th century missionary life on a tour of the historic Lyman Mission House, the Island’s oldest wood frame building constructed in 1839.
There are many interesting artifacts that are well organized. The tour of the Lyman House next door featured furniture made of koa wood by the school boys and other household... read more
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There are many interesting artifacts that are well organized. The tour of the Lyman House next door featured furniture made of koa wood by the school boys and other household items. If you have any interest in Hawaii history, I recommend it. Even if you are not that interested in history, the nature displays and rock collection might be of...
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While on vacation, we visited the Lyman Museum. We found it to be very interesting. It has many displays of Hawaiian culture and history. If you are traveling through Hilo, I recommend a visit to this museum.
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This Museum located just above old down town Hilo has lots to offer to visitors and locals alike. Their mineral and shell collection is fantastic. I also like the display on our extinct flightless birds. Upstairs is the Hawaiian section with nice artifacts and even some modern/recent Hawaii things from plantation days. I think everyone will love this place where...
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Loved this museum and tour. The main floor is geology and the upper floor is cultural history. There are several films, we watched the lava flow that destroyed Kalapana.The films are about 40 - 50 minutes. So glad we did the docent tour of the Lyman House. He was so knowledgeable and dedicated to the history of the Big Island...
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We have been rock and mineral collectors for many years. We were pleasantly surprised by the excellent quality of the mineral specimens in this little museum.
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This museum was fascinating and provided a lot of background history about the Hawaiian Islands and the cultural heritage. The docents were gracious and helpful and there was an endless amount of information to learn throughout the exhibits.
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Four of us were here recently. I had looked it up and thought it might be a good introduction to the island for our tweens. The kids typically enjoy history and museums. The actual museum itself were interesting and we all enjoyed it. Not real big but it has two floors. Self guided.
We also took the tour of the...
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The Lyman Museum is well worth visiting while in Hilo, Hawaii. Touring the Mission House next door is also well worth the time. The museum is very nice, clean and reflects island history and the arrival of immigrants. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Thank Way2013
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We have been trying to find a free day to visit the Lyman Museum. We joined a tour of their Mission House. One of the best tours we ever went on.
Bruce our Guide was so knowledgeable he is a wealth of information on the Lyman family and Hawaiian History.
The adjoining new wing is great for family visits. We...
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This is a really nice little museum. A great rainy day activity that can be combined with a tour of the historic house next door. They have a surprisingly good gem/mineral collection.
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