Lyman House Memorial Museum

The Lyman House Memorial Museum has been sharing the story of Hawaiʻi and its people since 1931. Visitors can explore the historic Lyman Mission House, built in 1839 and recognized as the oldest frame structure on Hawaiʻi Island, as well as museum exhibits featuring Hawaiʻi’s natural, cultural, and social history. Through guided tours, hands-on workshops, educational programs, special exhibitions, and archival research services, the museum serves as an important community resource for residents and visitors of all ages.

With support from the Cooke Foundation, the museum undertook critical restoration work to preserve the historic Lyman Mission House and ensure it could continue safely welcoming visitors. The project addressed a deteriorating stone foundation wall, damaged lanai decking, and other structural issues that threatened visitor access and the long-term preservation of one of Hawaiʻi Island’s significant historic sites. As a result of the completed renovations, the Mission House is now more stable and secure, previously restricted areas have been restored for public use, and visitors can once again experience more of the site’s rich history through guided tours. The improvements are expected to protect the building for decades to come, helping preserve this unique chapter of Hawaiʻi’s history for future generations.

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