Washington Place Majestic Pili Nut trees spread their strong roots and branches in front of Washington Place Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place is the oldest building in Honolulu that was in continuous use as a dwelling from the days of Queen Lili'uokalani through the Governors of Hawai'i until recently. It is now open to the public as a museum. Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place Queen Lili'uokalani was deposed in 1893, and after being kept under house arrest in the Palace, she returned to this home she knew best, and spent the rest of her life working for Hawai'ian rights, holding vast receptions in the home. Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place was named to honor of the first president of the U.S. It was built by John Dominis in 1846. His son, John Owen Dominis, married Lydia Kapa'akea who later became Queen Lili'uokalani. After the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy, she made her home at Washington Place and lived there until her death in 1917. Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place Greek Revival architectural style Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place View from the Capitol building. Over the years, additions and various lanais were added to the original building, but the facade is largely unaltered. The structure is framed by beautiful bushes and stately old trees including pili trees. Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place Looking down from the Capitol Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place Ornate lamppost Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
Washington Place Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i
