Bailey House Museum

The Bailey House Museum is a historic building in Wailuku that collects Hawaiian artifacts, photographs, maps, and written documents about Maui's history. The collection includes thousands of photos, objects, and archives available for researchers to study.

The building was constructed in 1833 and was one of the first Western-style structures in Wailuku, initially serving as a mission station. It later became the Wailuku Female Seminary before being converted to a museum.

The building displays paintings from 19th-century artists who worked on Maui, along with traditional Hawaiian tools and carved figures from local culture. Visitors can see how these objects reflect the daily life and beliefs of island residents.

The museum provides researchers and visitors access to its extensive archives of historical photographs and written records. It is helpful to check in advance whether registration or an appointment is needed for your visit.

The grounds display a 1919 surfboard and a large outrigger canoe carved from a single piece of koa wood. These objects reveal the traditional maritime culture and early sporting traditions of the island's people.

Location: Wailuku

Website: http://mauimuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 20.88611,-156.50694

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00