Children's Touch and Feel Museum

This touchie feelie museum for children is part of the Hawaii Maritime Center. Kids can be "captain" of a submarine, run up the periscope, send orders to the engineroom, operate the diving controls and relax in the crew's quarters.

There is also a lifeboat and the foc'scle of a 19th century sailing ship, complete with steering wheel, capstan and cargo winch. A narrated cassette tour guides kids through this hands-on facility.

It is open daily 9am to 5pm and there is an admission for adults, less for children.

Location: Ala Moana Blvd & Alakea St, Honolulu Hawaii Telephone 808-536-6373

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