lanai culture & heritage center

242PaulaH

We stopped here first and met Simon. He gave us a quick tour and then let us wander at our own pace. Its not very big but you really get a feel for the island by reading the history. He also pulled up Google earth and gave us a review of what to see where and how long it would take to get to each location. If you go to Lanai - well worth the time to visit here first to get your island legs.

154stuc

I have been traveling to the Hawaiian Islands since 1970. This Center is well done. Take time to look at the displays, photos, maps etc. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Interesting and fun!

790craigp

Make sure and check-out the Heritage Center. Good history of Lanai. Simon is very helpful. Wonderful Google Earth display to help you see all over Lanai and plan your touring.

maethridge

We learned a lot about the history of this gorgeous place. They have lots of resources and maps for area drives and hikes. We loved it!

Zgal70

The outside looked interesting. In the center of this lovely small town. We wished the cultural center would have been open, but certainly understood because of Christmas Eve.

SGerard_S84

Visited Dec. 4th 9:00 amLocated on Lanai Ave right across the street from Dole Park. Admission is FREE...A very good informative and interactive experience detailing the history & the culture of the Island of Lanai...Obviously, Pineapple has played a big role for the Island, but other interesting facts and details enlightens your knowledge of Lanai.

CarmichaelVentura

There is not, frankly, a whole lot to do on Lanai, so we were delighted, on a rainy day, to visit this cultural centre. Gave a great overview of the islands agricultural history.

tonylT923IG

We stopped in and learned a lot about the history of Lana'i. Very nice people running the place and took the time to explain the artifacts and photos.

WanderingSinger

We had a wonderful time here--the staff took so much time to answer our questions and we really learned a lot about the history of the island. This is a must visit for folks who want to not just visit Lana'i but learn about the culture, history, and people of the island.

DonaM466

We very much enjoyed our casual visit to the Lana'i Culture and Heritage Center! I never would have learned about the nuances of Hawaiian political history and more specifically about the history of Lana'i. The staff continued to answer our questions until a half hour after closing. I will be reading Queen Liliuokalani's autobiography at their enthusiastic recommendation!

susanv19

Wonderful museum/heritage center. Very informative, great history and wonderful staff. (Was it Simon? Sorry I didn't write down his name but he was great!). There were certain sites that we tried to find on our own, such as the Petrogylphs at Shipwreck Beach. Turns out I was RIGHT there but didn't go up far enough after much searching. Had I gone here first I would've found what I was looking for.Overall, a MUST for your visit to Lana'iPS: They are nonprofit, so please leave a donation :)

donna4boys

When the island was a Dole Pineapple plantation, and before, this is how life was. Get a T-shirt to help support this small museum.Carved boats, and authentic artifacts, also lots and lots of photos of the life of the plantation workers, too.

Strykk92

There aren't a whole lot of places to go on Lanai. When we got to Lanai City, one of the shops recommended we stop in here. It was nice and a good place to learn the history of the island of Lanai.

TrishaW561

This culture & heritage center is amazing. It is full of amazing information and exhibits from one end to the other. The docents are all local people, who are more than happy to share information about their island with you. It is run by a nonprofit organization, so be sure to make a donation when you stop in!

travelnice

The Lanai Culture and Heritage Center is in a small building and has pictures, artifacts, etc. of the history of Lanai. There is a person who will answer questions. This is a good stop to get a better picture of the history of Lanai.