5/5 Bert K. 2 years ago on Google
A
museum
truly
for
the
general
public.
Visiting
felt
like
entering
a
mini-Smithsonian
(free
admission)
that’s
emerging
and
under
development.
Of
the
people
and
for
the
people.
During
last
summer’s
visit
we
noticed
that
there
was
no
gift
shop,
and
no
floor
staff,
other
than
at
main
desk.
Only
security
guards.
However,
the
guards
don’t
“hover”
among
visitors.
Uncrowded,
lots
of
time
to
read
descriptions
and
view
works
up
close.
Features
major
artists
living
in
or
connected
to
Hawaii
as
well
as
student
works
of
all
ages.
Well
known
and
highly
regarded
local
artisans
in
painting,
sculpture,
ceramics
and
textile
design
were
featured.
A
separate
room
showcased
Native
Hawaiian
artists
and
their
works.
Special
exhibits
such
as
Children’s
Day
flying
carp
“koi
nobori”
are
also
featured.
Cleanliness
of
exhibition
areas
were
uneven,
especially
in
unused
spaces.
Great
value.
Casual,
relaxing
atmosphere.
Photo
(non-flash)
encouraged.
Attendants
not
hovering
around
you.
On-street
or
municipal
metered
parking
available
nearby.
Some
public
parking
stalls
available
behind
ʻIolani
Palace.
Easily
accessible
by
bus.
Unforgettable.
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