Honolulu Courthouse, Judicial building in Downtown Honolulu, United States
The Honolulu Courthouse is a judicial building in downtown Honolulu located at 777 Punchbowl Street. It houses multiple court departments that handle criminal, civil, and family cases for residents of Oahu.
The original courthouse was built in 1851 using prison labor and served as a meeting place for the Hawaiian Kingdom's government. It functioned as the Legislature and Supreme Court location until 1874, when its role changed.
The courthouse hosted two royal elections in the 1870s where William Lunalilo and David Kalakaua were chosen as Hawaiian monarchs. These moments tied the building to the kingdom's political life and shaped its role in the community.
The courthouse is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with filing services available until 4:15 PM. Since it is an active court facility, visitors should be aware that security procedures and conduct standards apply within the building.
The original structure housed the first flush toilets in the Hawaiian Kingdom, marking a technological milestone for the era. The building remained in operation until it was demolished in 1968.
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