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Washington Place is a Greek Revival palace in the Hawaii Capital Historic District in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. It was where Queen Liliʻuokalani was arrested during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Later it became the official residence of the Governor of Hawaiʻi. In 2007, it was designated as a National Historic Landmark. The current governor's residence was built in 2008 behind the historic residence, and is located on the same grounds as Washington Place. William Little Lee made Washington Place his home from 1849–1854. Lee was instrumental in integrating a Western legal system in the Hawaiian Islands, based upon the Massachusetts model. Lee also authored the Great Mahele, which introduced private land ownership into Hawaiian culture. Lydia Kamakaeha Pākī, the future Queen Liliʻuokalani and the Heir Apparent to the throne of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi, married John Owen Dominis in 1862, making Washington Place the private residence of the princess and future queen. Another Massachusetts lawyer, Alfred S. Hartwell, rented a guest room from 1868 until 1872. He describes Mary as still expecting her husband to return any day. Mary Dominis died on April 25, 1889, and John Owen Dominis died on August 27, 1891, leaving the property to Liliʻuokalani, who had just become Queen after the death of her brother, King Kalākaua.
Me 1974Me 1974
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Washington Place Washington Place was built in 1846 named in honor of George Washington, the first president of the United States. From the 1840s through the 20th century, Washington Place was the center of critical events that eventually led to the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1893 and Hawaiʻi becoming the 50th and final U.S. state. It also served as an executive mansion for territorial governors (1919-1959) and the governor’s mansion for the State of Hawaiʻi from 1959-2002. This house was also the home of Queen Liliʻuokalani, Hawaiʻi’s last reigning monarch. It was where Queen Liliʻuokalani was arrested during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. This storied mansion is a registered National Historic Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places. Washington Place is open to the public Monday through Friday by reservation only in advance to schedule a 30-45 minute tour. Admission is free, but donations are welcome and appreciated. The address of Washington Place is located at 320 S Beretania St., Honolulu.
Doug HoDoug Ho
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Took a tour today with Sylvia as the docent. She was knowledgeable, witty, and full of aloha. The building/grounds are immaculate and full of history. Anyone that wants to learn more about the past/present of Hawaii should take this one hour tour. As a footnote, there’s a flock of rose-ringed parakeets that make the grounds of Washington Place their home.
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Visited Washington Place for the Welcome Reception for a conference. Lots of History and culture. All available with the QR codes at each display.
Dr. Cassander Titley-O'Neal (Sandy O'Neal)Dr. Cassander Titley-O'Neal (Sandy O'Neal)
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I definitely would recommend coming here and getting the tour. It takes about 1.5 hours to do the tour, so plan parking accordingly.
Tami HunterTami Hunter
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Had the rare opportunity to visit and see the newly completed renovations. Also met the governor and his wife.
BertBert
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Nearby Attractions Of Washington Place
Iolani Palace
Ka Moana Luau
Star of Honolulu
King Kamehameha Statue
Aloha Tower Marketplace
Foster Botanical Garden
Aloha Tower
Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii
Chinatown Cultural Plaza
Chambers Escape Games

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Ka Moana Luau
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Star of Honolulu
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King Kamehameha Statue
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Nearby Restaurants Of Washington Place
The Pig and The Lady
Zippy's Vineyard
Fête
J. Dolans
Aloha Beer Company
Legend Seafood Restaurant
Murphy's Bar & Grill
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Kamana Kitchen
Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown

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Zippy's Vineyard
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320 S Beretania St., Honolulu, HI 96813
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(808) 586-0248
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Website
washingtonplacefoundation.org
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Washington Place is a Greek Revival palace in the Hawaii Capital Historic District in Honolulu, Hawaii. It was where Queen Liliʻuokalani was arrested during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Later it became the official residence of the governor of Hawaii.
attractions: Iolani Palace, Ka Moana Luau, Star of Honolulu, King Kamehameha Statue, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Foster Botanical Garden, Aloha Tower, Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii, Chinatown Cultural Plaza, Chambers Escape Games, restaurants: The Pig and The Lady, Zippy's Vineyard, Fête, J. Dolans, Aloha Beer Company, Legend Seafood Restaurant, Murphy's Bar & Grill, Lucky Belly, Kamana Kitchen, Maguro Brothers Hawaii Chinatown
