Museums and Science Centers
Museum
Hawaii State Art Museum
Free downtown Honolulu museum of contemporary Hawaii art with a hands-on family gallery, activity kits and a sculpture garden outside.
Ages
3–18+
Cost
Free
Duration
~1hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Indoor
Free admission, air conditioning and contemporary Hawaii art in a historic Spanish Mission style building downtown, which is a good combination on a wet Honolulu afternoon. The collection is entirely by artists connected to Hawaii and skews colourful and accessible rather than difficult. There is a dedicated hands-on family gallery where kids can make art and use activity kits. Because it is free you can walk in for twenty minutes and leave without guilt. Sculpture garden outside for when the rain lets up.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
Free admission; special programs may be ticketed (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Hawaii State Art Museum cost?
- Hawaii State Art Museum is free to visit. Free admission; special programs may be ticketed (verify)
- What ages is Hawaii State Art Museum good for?
- Hawaii State Art Museum is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
- Is Hawaii State Art Museum stroller friendly?
- Yes, Hawaii State Art Museum is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Hawaii State Art Museum?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Hawaii State Art Museum.
- How hard is Hawaii State Art Museum?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 1 hours.
- Is Hawaii State Art Museum free?
- Yes, Hawaii State Art Museum is free!
- What should I bring to Hawaii State Art Museum?
- Sketchbook, light layers for the air conditioning
- How long does Hawaii State Art Museum take?
- Most families spend about 1 hours at Hawaii State Art Museum.
- When is the best time to visit Hawaii State Art Museum?
- Year-round. Closed Sundays and Mondays, so check hours first.
- Is there parking at Hawaii State Art Museum?
- Metered street parking downtown plus nearby paid garages. No free lot.