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They collected our money then told us the important part of the museum, the Hawaiian history collection, was closed for renovations. No sign, no warning, no offer of a refund, just a suggestion that we watch a video about what we couldn't see. Yes, they have a collection of…
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Date of experience: February 2020
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My friend had heard about this museum, so I went with her. Turned out to be well worth our time and admission. We watched a brief movie, ogled the amazing gem and lava collections, and had a great tour of the missionary house. Cindy was excellent and kept us chuckling with her…
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Date of experience: January 2020
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This was more interesting than I thought it would be and a good history lesson about the missionaries in Hilo
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Date of experience: February 2019
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The entire 2nd floor is under renovation so very limited sites to see. The types of lava set out are very interesting and there were some good books in the shop.
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Date of experience: December 2019
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Just a short drive from downtown Hilo is The Lyman Mission House and Museum. The actual Lyman house is the oldest standing wood structure on the Island of Hawai`i, and was built in 1838 by the missionaries David and Sarah Lyman who had traveled by ship from New England to…
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Date of experience: January 2019
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