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Hawaii museums

There are 66 museums in Hawaii. Combined, these Hawaiian museums employ 922 people, earn more than $99 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $472 million.
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Types of museums in Hawaii

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Museums
 
66
 
$98,998,091
History museums
 
33
 
$54,528,444
Natural history and sciences museums
 
5
 
$23,062,428
Science and technology museums
 
3
 
$428,618
Children's museums
 
2
 
$2,689,735
Art museums
 
2
 
$11,579,809
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Museums by major Hawaii cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Urban Honolulu
 
38
 
$87,574,813
Kahului
 
7
 
$1,498,221
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Job trends for Hawaii museums

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
12
1-10
 
9
11-25
 
8
26-100
 
4
101 to 1,000
 
3
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of museums in Hawaii

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
19
$250k to $1M
 
14
$1M to $5M
 
4
$5M to $25M
 
6
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of museums in Hawaii

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1-20 of 66

Uss Bowfin

Submarine museum and memorial in Honolulu, HI, dedicated to preserving World War II history and awarding academic scholarships.
Revenue
$10.2m
Assets
$38.8m
Employees
48
EIN
99-0185999
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bishop Museum

Bishop Museum is Hawaii's caretaker of cultural and natural history collections, offering educational experiences through the exploration of Hawaii and the Pacific.
Revenue
$21.5m
Assets
$85.6m
Employees
234
EIN
99-0161980
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Uss Missouri Memorial Association

Preserves and shares the story of Battleship Missouri. Opened to public in 1999 by board of directors in Aiea, HI.
Revenue
$16.7m
Assets
$43.1m
Employees
133
EIN
99-0310903
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Honolulu Museum of Art

Honolulu Museum of Art creates transformative experiences through art, with a focus on high-quality works, education, and accessibility.
Revenue
$11.6m
Assets
$123.9m
Employees
194
EIN
99-0079713
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

To develop and maintain an internationally recognized aviation museum on Ford Island that educates young and old alike, honors aviators and their support personnel who defended freedom in the Pacific Region and preserve Pacific aviation history.
Revenue
$13.0m
Assets
$46.8m
Employees
68
EIN
99-0337979
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Iolani Palace

To preserve, restore, interpret, share and celebrate the unique cultural, historical and spiritual qualities of Iolani Palace and its grounds for the benefit of native Hawaiians, the people of Hawai'i and the world.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$8.4m
Employees
51
EIN
99-0115665
IRS type
501(c)(3)

East Asian Observatory

East Asian Observatory operates JCMT, the world's largest submillimeter wavelength telescope in Hilo, HI, supporting astronomical research and workshops.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$8.9m
Employees
28
EIN
47-1952212
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hawaii Children's Discovery Center

The Hawaii Children's Discovery Center provides a world-class, interactive, participatory learning environment designed to inspire the young and "young-at-heart" to new heights of learning and discovery.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$10.6m
Employees
0
EIN
99-0241632
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Grove Farm Museum

Waioli Corporation is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization that celebrates and shares the rich diverse multicultural history of Kauai by authentically preserving numerous historic sites and collections around the island.
Revenue
$897.6k
Assets
$18.1m
Employees
20
EIN
51-0137928
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lyman House Memorial Museum

The Lyman Museum is one of only four museums in the State of Hawai`i accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum is also a Smithsonian Affiliate.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$9.5m
Employees
0
EIN
99-0084350
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hui O Laka

To preserve Hawaiian history & nature, specifically to nurture the connection between people and kokee through interpretation and stewardship that engages all in a spirit of appreciation and service.
Revenue
$820.8k
Assets
$958.0k
Employees
6
EIN
99-0085977
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hawaiian Mission Houses (HMH)

Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives preserves the heritage and interprets the stories of the American Protestant Missionaries, their descendants, and their relationships with the people and cultures of Hawai`i.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$6.6m
Employees
18
EIN
99-0073491
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John T Waterhouse Te Co-Tr Bishop

Philanthropic organization in Honolulu providing financial support to the Bishop Museum through general grants and programs.
Revenue
$652.1k
Assets
$15.6m
Employees
0
EIN
99-6048707
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kuali'i Foundation

Kuali'i Foundation preserves historic property to promote Hawaii's cultural and natural heritage, supporting Manoa Heritage Center in Honolulu.
Revenue
$962.2k
Assets
$23.2m
Employees
0
EIN
99-0329344
IRS type
501(c)(3)

CN N Wodehouse Bishop Museum Trust

The CN N Wodehouse Bishop Museum Trust provides support for the charitable and educational purposes and programs of the Bishop Museum, located in Honolulu, HI.
Revenue
$571.0k
Assets
$16.4m
Employees
0
EIN
99-0296250
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hawaiian Railway Society

Hawaiian Railway Society educates the public and restores the railroad in Ewa Beach, maintaining and repairing equipment with an ongoing restoration project.
Revenue
$525.1k
Assets
$1.6m
Employees
14
EIN
23-7211582
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ulana

Ulana is a museum in Hilo, HI that was founded in 2020.
Revenue
N/A
Assets
N/A
Employees
N/A
EIN
84-2198165
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Laupahoehoe Train Museum

Preserve promote, and protect the historic, cultural, educational, social, civic & economic interests of the North Hiilo & Hamakua Districts while highlighting the history of railroads on the Island of Hawaii. History of railroads on Island of Hawaii.
Revenue
$79.8k
Assets
$131.4k
Employees
N/A
EIN
94-3267853
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Akahiao Nature Institute

Akahiao Nature Institute inspires wonder and sustainability through innovative programs for holistic child development in Honolulu, HI.
Revenue
$325.9k
Assets
$197.4k
Employees
3
EIN
83-3281045
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Kauai Museum Association

Preserves Kauai's history and culture through exhibits, sales of artifact replicas, books, maps, etc. Located in Lihue.
Revenue
$702.8k
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
10
EIN
99-0105151
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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