Hawaii Capital Historic District facts for kids
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Hawaii Capital Historic District
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ʻIolani Palace
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| Location | Beretania, Richards, King, Queen, Punchbowl, and Kawaiahao Sts., Honolulu, Hawaii |
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| Area | 57 acres (84% open space) |
| Built | 1820s to 1969 |
| Architect | Various |
| Architectural style | Varied |
| NRHP reference No. | 78001020 |
| Added to NRHP | December 1, 1978 |
The Hawaii Capital Historic District in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a very important area. It has been the main place for Hawaii's government since 1845. Imagine a neighborhood filled with buildings where big decisions for Hawaii have been made for a long, long time!
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Discovering Hawaii's Capital Historic District
What is the Hawaii Capital Historic District?
A historic district is a special area with many old buildings. These buildings are important because of their history or unique design. The Hawaii Capital Historic District is a great example. It shows how Hawaii's government has grown over the years.
This district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 1, 1978. This means it is recognized as a place worth protecting.
Where is the District Located?
The Hawaii Capital Historic District is right in the heart of Honolulu. It includes the beautiful Iolani Palace and the Hawaii State Capitol building. These two buildings are at the center of the district.
The district stretches across several streets. It goes inland to include Washington Place and St. Andrew's Cathedral. It also crosses Richards Street to include buildings like the YWCA Building. On the side closer to the ocean, it includes the State Tax Office Building. It even reaches across Punchbowl Street to include Kawaiahao Church and Honolulu Hale.
The buildings in the district show many different styles. Some look like old New England homes. Others have grand designs from the time of the Monarchy. Later buildings show styles from when Hawaii was a Territory of the United States.
Important Buildings in the District
The Hawaii Capital Historic District has 20 important buildings and structures. These are called "contributing properties" because they help make the district special. Here are some of them:
- Hawaii State Capitol (1969): This is where Hawaii's laws are made today.
- Kawaiahao Church and Mission Houses: This historic church was built in 1842. It is sometimes called the "Westminster Abbey of Hawaii."
- Washington Place (1846): This was once the home of Hawaii's governors.
- St. Andrew's Cathedral (1867): A beautiful church with a long history.
- ʻIolani Barracks (1870): This building once housed the royal guard.
- Aliiolani Hale (1874): This grand building was once the government's main office. Today, it houses the Hawaii State Supreme Court.
- ʻIolani Palace (1882): This is the only official royal palace in the United States. It was home to Hawaii's last monarchs.
- ʻIolani Palace Bandstand (1883): A lovely spot on the palace grounds where music was played.
- Kamehameha Statue (1883): A famous statue honoring King Kamehameha I, who united the Hawaiian Islands.
- Hawaii State Library (1913): A place for learning and reading.
- Honolulu Hale (1929): This is Honolulu's city hall, where the city government works.
These buildings tell the story of Hawaii's past and present government. They are a big part of what makes Honolulu unique.
