Through April 30, 2008

75 Years of the Lyman Museum

This retrospective exhibit chronicles the Museum from its origins in the Lyman Mission House to its present status as a Smithsonian affiliate. Established in 1931 as a memorial to missionaries David and Sarah Lyman, the Museum has been telling the story of Hawai`i, its islands, and its people for over 75 years. Artifacts, photos, personal statements, and other memorabilia show how the Museum has kept history, tradition, community, and education in Hawai`i at the heart of its mission. Included are select items from the Museum’s collections that have rarely if ever been displayed such as the first electric generator installed by the Hilo Electric Light Company in 1895.