Lyman House Memorial Museum
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In addition to its displays and exhibits, the Lyman Museum serves the Hilo and island community through a variety of programs, workshops and tours. These include:
 
  • MUSEUM & MISSION HOUSE TOURS.

    The Lyman Museum offers tours for school groups (pre-school through 12th grade) and other groups. Interpretive tours through the Museum’s galleries and the Mission House. School tours prices range from $1.50 to $5.00 per student. One adult chaperone is required for every 10 students; chaperones are not charged. Additional adult prices range from $5.00 to $7.00.

    Prices vary for groups other than school groups, please contact the museum for a price quote.

    If you are interested in booking a tour please contact us during business hours to begin the booking process.  Scheduling must be arranged in advance through the Education Department if you have any questions please call (808) 935-5021 or email info@lymanmuseum.org .
     

  • ELDERHOSTEL PROGRAM. Elderhostel, Inc. is a nonprofit national organization dedicated to adventures in lifelong learning for people over 55 (and their friends), with programs hosted by educational and cultural institutions around the world.
  • DOWNTOWN HILO WALKING TOURS. Walking tours of historic downtown Hilo, conducted by Museum docents. Cover topics such as island waters and transportation, Hilo as a commercial center, Kalakaua Park as the town center, early religious sites, early education in Hilo, old buildings and descriptions of plants and trees along the route. (Let us know your preference!)
    Fee: $1.50 per student. Teachers/chaperones: no charge. Group Size Limit: 15. Tour Length: about 1.5 hr.