Friends of HiSAM

The Friends of the Hawai'i State Art Museum (Friends of HiSAM) is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization established to work effectively with the Hawai'i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (HSFCA) and its professional staff to enhance and support the work of the museum, its ancillary programs, and amenities.

In supporting the mission of the HSFCA, the Friends of HiSAM have four objectives: (1) expose and engage all grade school students at the museum
to the arts in Hawai'i, (2) encourage all high school
and college students who are focused on the arts through meaningful events and programs at the museum (3) expose, excite, educate and engage those living in and visiting our state to the art and artists of Hawaii through visits to the museum, and (4) assist the HSFCA in the recognition of Hawaii’s art and artists.

Become a member of the Friends of the Hawai‘i State Art Museum and receive a 10% discount on all purchases. For more information on membership, call 536-2644.


The public is invited to attend the bi-monthly Friends of HiSAM meeting. Click here for the schedule: Friends of HiSAM Meeting Schedule.


Showcase Hawai‘i | Shop @ HiSAM

Showcase Hawai‘i, the museum gift store located on the first floor of HiSAM, features locally made gifts and works of art. Check out the wonderful selection of original art by local artists, whimsical jewelry, and much more.

Tuesday-Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
First Friday: 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Closed Sunday, Monday, and all state holidays
(808) 536-2644

A Gathering of the Friends at HiSAM


Gift Shop at HiSAM