Iolani Palace

Iolani Palace is the only true royal palace in the United States and the last official residence of the kings and queens who ruled Hawaii. King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani completed the palace in 1882. The design of the palace was influenced by King Kalakaua's world travels and was the first to be equipped with telephones and electric lights. It served as the monarch residence until the dethronement of Queen Lili'uokalani in 1893 by American businessmen.

The Queen surrendered to the United States to prevent the bloodshed of her people and hence, Hawaii became a territory of the U.S. The building then served as the Capitol, first for the Territory and then the State. The new State Capitol was built in 1969 and the palace was restored to its royal grandeur. The palace grounds include the 'Iolani Barracks, Royal Tomb, Coronation Pavilion, and gift shop.

Location: 364 South King Street, Honolulu Hawaii Telephone 808-538-1471

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming HI Events Are: Made in Hawaii Festival Honolulu August 21 thru August 23 Maui County Fair Wailuku October 1 thru October 4 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Kona November 6 thru November 15

Other upcoming events include: Honolulu Marathon Honolulu December 13 Waimea Town Celebration Waimea February 18 thru February 19 Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade Waimea December 19 Niaulani Forest Work Day Volcano December 20 12th Annual Traditional Mochi (rice cake) Pounding for New Year Wailea December 27