Half of the first floor is the magnificent gilded throne room, with the original furniture and chandelier lovingly restored. Only the Queen s bedroom, last used by Kalakaua s sister Liliuokalani, has been left bare - symbolizing her imprisonment in the room during the revolution that led to her overthrow. This marked Hawaii s new status as a U.S. Territory. Iolani Palace became the executive offices for the provisional government and served as such until 1968. Tours are conducted Wednesday through Saturday.
Reservations are necessary.
Kawaiahao Church and Mission Houses Museum Noteworthy for the ceremonial part it played in Hawaiian history since 1841, as the site of royal coronations, christenings and other ceremonies, Kawaiahao Church stands as a symbol of the original missionary work done in these islands. King Lunalilo is buried in a tomb in the church s cemetery, along with his father, Charles Kanaina. Nearby one can view the grave of his mother, Miriam Kekauluohi. In the graveyard lie many members of the early missionary families the Parkers, the Greens, the Browns and the Cookes. Mission Houses Museum, next to Kawaiahao Church, is a completely restored living museum and National Historic Landmark.