Top Things to do in Kauai
The 10 Best Museums in Kauai, Hawaii (HI)
Relaxing and pristine Kauai (the Garden Island) is the least commercially developed of the Hawaiian islands. Waterfalls, scenic drives and more than 60 beaches dot the landscape. Some beaches have great snorkeling, others offer child-friendly tidal pools and some are perfect for all kinds of water sports. Dry-land activities include hiking the Kalalau Trail on the Na Pali coastline, taking a day trip to Waimea Canyon and experiencing life on a sugar plantation at Grove Farm Homestead Museum.
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1. Art House Hawaii
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
2. Galerie 103
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
GALERIE 103 seeks to bring together a broad cross-section of national and international artists and features significant works of high-quality art, including contemporary and modern art that reflects the island's unique environment past and present. The art at GALERIE 103 knows no boundaries, thereby challenging misconceptions about regionalism and ethnic origin. With the importance of global environmental issues, Hawai`i has become (as it should be) one of the centers of conceptual awareness and critical debate, especially about global environmental issues, but also about many other matters shaping human destiny. ART and ISSUES should and do meet here. GALERIE 103 thus seeks to expand general awareness and to correct any lingering idea that Hawaiian art is "merely" focused on the celebration of natural beauty.
3. The Bright Side Gallery
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
The Bright Side Gallery is a vibrant and unique collection of fine art and goods by local artisans as well a few select mainland artists. Located in the heart of historic Hanapepe.
4. Art by Mazzarella
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Growing up on Kauai Mazzarella was fortunate enough to spend countless hours soaking up the true spirit of Kauai. Not only natures beauty, but the people who make the island truly one of a kind. Mazzarella feels his work is a collaboration of the pride of the people and the local heritage that soars through the trees and towers over the mountain peaks, thus protecting the islands integrity.
5. Seductions of Kauai Gallery
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
6. Infinite Arts
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Art Gallery showcasing the work of Max Lemaire. Landscape, surreal, portraiture, and visionary art . Also woodwork, custom frames and lighting.
7. Fish Eye Kauai
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By lisarF6541WC
We had been looking for a piece of local art to commemorate our wedding in Koloa. We'd searched through the 'high end' tourist art galleries, and throughout the roadside markets. Fish Eye Kauai's art offerings were eye catching, through their storefront window - as we strolled past on the sidewalk. Glad to have found this studio and Abe Kowitz' koa wood art. We would have loved to buy 10 more pieces, it's just that gorgeous, along with all the underwater photography on display. The gal who was working that day was helpful with tips for preserving and transporting our piece.
8. Alan Akana Gallery
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Come experience our unique and vibrant watercolors of Hawaii's flowers by local artist Alan Akana. We are located in the Smith Memorial Parsonage, a historical property and 1920's plantation-style house, in the town of Koloa on Kauai's South Shore. We are open Sunday afternoons from 2-5 p.m. or by appointment. Please call if you would like to visit us!
9. Havaiki Oceanic and Tribal Art
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By vagabondvicki2015 - Kauai, United States
There is so much to see in this art gallery. Things you would normally only see in a museum. Also tikis in every size and jewelry made by local artists. Loved it!
10. Waioli Mission House
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4.5 based on 28 reviews
Located in Waioli, this two-story restored house was built in 1837.
Reviewed By TomW628
Hanalei's iconic green church is one of the town's favorite landmarks. What many people miss is the Waioli Mission House hidden in a grove behind the church. The Mission House was the parsonage for the church and it provides a very fascinating look back into the daily lives of the early missionaries. Guided tours are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 9AM to 3PM. The day I was there, a nice gentleman gave a very thorough tour of the house. He was knowledgeable about all things Mission House and it appeared he had much more information he could offer if he only had more time. For me, a history buff, this has been one of my favorite tours on the island.
