Wo Hing Temple Museum

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858 Front St
Lahaina, HI 96761
The earliest Chinese to arrive on Maui came on trading or whaling ships. It was these men who helped to build tunnels and irrigation systems through the mountains. Chinese immigrants formed the Wo Hing Society to nurture the ex-pat community, providing social contacts, support in times of crisis, and housing for retired workers. It also supported the revolutionary activities of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, renowned as the Father of Modern China, and first provisional president of the Republic of China. In addition, the cookhouse is used as a showcase of this time as well as a small theater, screening films of life in the islands that were made by Thomas Edison between 1898-1906. Admission Fee of $7 allows entry to both Wo Hing and Baldwin Home Museums. Senior, Military, and Children discounts available. Purchase a "Passport to the Past" for $10 and get admission to four of Maui’s popular museums! (Baldwin Home, Wo Hing, A&B Sugar and Bailey House)

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James D.
4/2/2023

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...

Trish W.
5/19/2023

Located at near the end of Front street in Lahaina, Dr Busaba Yip was so friendly and knowledgeable about the museum and it's long history. The place in the back where the movie is shown is over...

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Janet M.
2/12/2019

Wo Hing Museum is located on Front Street in the Lahaina Historic District. The building was built in 1912 and it served the growing Chinese population centered in Lahaina, primarily those working...

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Robert C.
12/23/2017

It was like going back in time visiting this museum. This was part of our 4 museum pass purchased for $10, $8 for us old farts. Museum shows the history of the Chinese coming to Maui, both...

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Sharon T.
2/1/2020

Such a fascinating museum. It is small but packed with interesting artifacts from Lahainas past. If you have time ask for a tour. I enjoyed having someone explain to us what was special about...

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