The complementary nature of their holdings has been of great service to researchers over the years. The Hawaiian Historical Society is a private, non-profit organization. Funds for the support of its library and publications program are derived from dues and contributions from the Society's members, supplemented by grants for special projects, and by the income from a modest endowment. Members are invited to the Society's quarterly membership meetings and programs on Hawaiian history and are welcome to use the Society's research library of Hawaiian and Pacific history, located at 560 Kawaiahao Street, Honolulu. Members are also entitled to discounts on publications sold by the Society.
Membership is open to both individuals and institutions.