Wo Hing Temple Museum — Attraction in Maui

A piece of history that describes the intersection between Chinese, Hawaiian, and American lives. I understand there is geopolitical and cultural conflict in today's environment. However, this museum focuses on common ground that I feel most can relate despite one's cultural or social backgrounds. Humans are just humans, and there is more in common than differences if we are willing to be empathetic.

The curator Dr. Yip is very friendly and knowledgeable. The price of admission is $8 per adult, but you get a PhD that gives you a tour. A small building but it it is packed with history. People are willing to spend hundreds to look at pineapples, so $8 for a doctor to give a personal tour of Chinese Hawaiian American history is worth it.

I would highly recommend this place if you are...

There are so many amazing artifacts in such a small space. The sweet woman, Yit, who was working there today is an absolute delight! She is full of knowledge and excited to share with visitors. There is an hour long film about the history of the Chinese in Hawaii, but it is in the old kitchen building that is quite stuffy so we only watched about 15 minutes of it but she said we could come back later and watch more as it plays continuously. $7 admission for ages 13 and up and totally worth it. My kiddos are 12 and 13 and they enjoyed it very...

A very sweet, extremely knowledgeable woman owns and operates this museum. The history of the Chinese people in Hawaii, particularly in Maui, and the contributions that they've made to the island is fascinating. I definitely recommend taking the time to visit this little museum and watching the films by Thomas Edison that she has. She is more than happy to answer questions, provide you with a tour, and explain of everything that she has, the history behind those items and the Chinese people that first...