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  ‘Iolani Palace - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
'Iolani Palace is situated in the capitol district of downtown Honolulu in the State of Hawai'i.
King Kamehameha V was the first monarch to envision a royal palace befitting of the sovereignty of a modern state such as Hawai'i.
Upon the overthrow of the monarchy by the Committee of Safety in 1893, 'Iolani Palace was converted into the statehouse of the newly formed Provisional Government of Hawai'i.
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 `Iolani Palace - Kingdom of Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Palace remained a royal residence until Queen Lili`uokalani, the King's sister and successor, was deposed and the Hawaiian monarchy overthrown in January 1893.
The Palace served as capitol of the Provisional Government, Republic, Territory and State of Hawai`i until 1969.
`Iolani Palace continues to be a focal point in efforts to restore Hawai`i's sovereignty and independence.
www.hawaii-nation.org /palace.html   (160 words)

  
 Grand entrance | The San Diego Union-Tribune
HONOLULU – The docent at Iolani Palace stands near the 23-carat, gold-leaf thrones and asks visitors to "hear" the Royal Hawaiian Band playing on the lanai and "see" the ladies in their ball gowns as they are twirled around the room by their men.
On the palace's second floor, visitors see the sparsely furnished room where Liliuokalani was imprisoned for eight months after being convicted of treason for having knowledge of a plot to restore her to the throne.
After the overthrow of the monarchy, the palace was used as the capital of the provisional government, the Republic, the Territory and finally the state of Hawaii.
www.signonsandiego.com /uniontrib/20040425/news_lz1t25palace.html   (817 words)

  
 Iolani Palace biography .ms   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
King Kamehameha V was the first monarch to envision a royal palace befitting of the sovereign of a modern state such as Hawai'i.
He commissioned the construction of Al'iolani Hale to be the official palace of the Kamehameha Dynasty.
He commissioned the construction of 'Iolani Palace, directly across the street from Ali'iolani Hale, to become the official palace of the Kalakaua Dynasty he founded.
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The first “Iolani Palace” a one-storied building of coral rocks, was built in 1845.
Iolani Palace became the seat of government for the provisional Government and was renamed the “Executive Building.”
From 1893 to 1968, Iolani palace was used as the capital of the republic, the Territory, and finally the State of Hawaii.
www2.hawaii.edu /~kiyomik/iolanipalace.htm   (366 words)

  
 CNN.com - Honolulu: Touring America's only royal residence - Feb. 17, 2004
The docent at Iolani Palace stands near the 23-carat gold leaf thrones and asks visitors to "hear" the Royal Hawaiian Band playing on the lanai and "see" the ladies in their ball gowns as they are twirled around the room by their men.
In the palace basement are recreations of the chamberlain's office and kitchen, along with galleries displaying jewel-encrusted crowns of Kalakaua and his queen and other royal artifacts.
After the overthrow of the monarchy, the palace was used as the capitol of the provisional government, the Republic, the Territory and finally the state of Hawaii.
www.cnn.com /2004/TRAVEL/DESTINATIONS/02/17/honolulu.palace.ap/index.html   (1335 words)

  
 The Honolulu Advertiser | Island Life   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Iolani Palace Galleries, the first of a series of new permanent installations, are the result of a $1 million restoration project that has transformed the building’s long-closed basement into a public museum, along with a two-year effort to secure pieces of the royal collection from the Bishop Museum, the State of Hawai
While the upper palace floors, familiar to most Islanders, were reserved for the convenience, splendor and lofty doings of king and queen, prince and princess, it was the basement that generated the energy.
From this 50-room hive of activity, the palace chamberlain conducted all the affairs of the palace, overseeing an army of lesser stewards, coachmen, cooks, grooms, feather bearers, hay cutters, librarians and footmen.
the.honoluluadvertiser.com /2000/Nov/19/1119islandlife1.html   (1212 words)

  
 `Iolani Palace Early History and David Kalakaua
The cornerstone for `Iolani Palace was laid on December 31, 1879 with full Masonic rites.
Although the old palace was demolished in 1874, the name `Iolani Palace was retained for the new building.
Although the King and his Queen, Kapi`olani, used several residences, `Iolani Palace was the official residence where they performed official functions, received dignitaries and luminaries from around the world, and entertained often and lavishly.
iolanipalace.org /history   (570 words)

  
 Iolani Palace   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The cornerstone for the current palace was laid on the last day of 1879 and was completed in 1882 at a cost of nearly $360,000.
The palace was used as the seat of government by the Republic of Hawai`i, the Territory of Hawai`i and the first ten years of statehood.
The coat of arms for the Kingdom of Hawai`i, which was used in the design of the state seal and state coat of arms, is placed on the gates to the palace grounds.
www.hawaii4kids.com /history/iolani_palace.htm   (295 words)

  
 ´Iolani Palace - Mason Architects Inc.
´Iolani Palace was restored to its 1886-1893 condition in the 1970s.
On its grounds are the 'Iolani Barracks, originally built in 1871 to house the royal guards, and the Coronation Pavilion, which Kalakaua built for his coronation in 1883 and moved to its current location later that year.
The Palace was listed on the National Register in 1966, and in 1969, when state officials moved into the new Capitol adjacent to it, the Friends of 'Iolani Palace monitored the restoration of the Palace to its 1886-1893 appearance.
www.masonarch.com /projects/restoration/iolani.html   (438 words)

  
 Aloha-Hawaii.com: Iolani Palace
In January of 1895, Queen Liliuokalani, the last reigning monarch of Hawaii, was imprisoned in the palace during the overthrow of her government.
The palace then served as the capitol of the territory when Hawai'i was annexed to the United States, in 1959.
Iolani Palace is an ever-present reminder of the royal heritage of the Hawaiian Islands.
oahu.aloha-hawaii.com /tours/iolani+palace   (326 words)

  
 Honolulu Star-Bulletin Travel
Replacing an earlier, wood-frame 'Iolani Palace, the building is brick faced with cement and trimmed with concrete block, with extremely ornate interior wood motifs.
'Iolani Palace was the primary residence of both King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, and the center of attention in the 1893 overthrow.
It was officially renamed 'Iolani Palace by the Territorial Legislature in 1935.
starbulletin.com /2004/04/18/travel/story2.html   (302 words)

  
 Iolani Palace
Built in 1882 for King Kalakaua, the ‘Iolani Palace is the only vestige of a royal palace in the United States.
The palace was home to Hawaii’s last two monarchs, King Kalakaua and Queen Lili’uokalani, until the Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown by the U.S. government in 1893.
A self-guided tour of the palace basement, exhibiting crown jewels of Hawaiian royalty and other ancient regalia, is also available.Proper respect is required upon entering the palace; water, gum, candy, ballpoint pens, and photographs are not allowed.
presenthawaii.com /html/iolani_palace.html   (199 words)

  
 `Iolani Palace - Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
During the monarchy period, `Iolani Palace was the center of social and political activity in the Kingdom of Hawai`i.
The Palace is open to the public for tours and special community events.
`Iolani Palace is located in the Capitol District of downtown Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii at 364 South King Street, on the corner of King and Richards Streets.
www.iolanipalace.org   (511 words)

  
 Honolulu: Iolani Palace - Deals and Reviews - ignorance - TripAdvisor
The home of King Kalakaua and Queen Kapiolani in the 19th century, this palace is open on a limited basis to the public.
When I heard the stories of abuse the palace had endured, I was amazed that they have been able to restore it to such beauty.
Iolani had indoor plumbing, electricity and even a phone system long before the rest of the nation.
tripadvisor.com /ShowUserReviews-g60982-d131980-r2608089-Iolani_Palace...   (857 words)

  
 Picnic Areas - Iolani Palace State Monument Honolulu, HI - eatstayplay.com
Iolani Palace State Monument is a significant historical and cultural resource for the Hawaiian people.
Iolani Palace is a designated National Historic Landmark.
Directions: Iolani Palace State Monument is located at the intersection of South King Street and Richards Street in downtown Honolulu.
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 C:\HTDOGPRO\HAWAII~1\AHOME\FREEDO~1\palace3.htm   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Iolani Palace, located at the corner of King and Richards Streets in downtown Honolulu is one of the most elegant reminders of Hawaii's a royal past.
Hawaiian monarchy held his coronation at the palace in 1883, where he placed the crown on his head in the fashion of Napoleon Bonaparte.
The palace is relatively small in size, measuring 140 by 100 feet overall.
www.hawaiiguide.com /freedo~1/palace3.htm   (243 words)

  
 'Iolani Palace undergoing $1.5 million face-lift - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
'Iolani Palace, one of Hawai'i's most significant historical landmarks, has been undergoing much-needed repairs as the result of a $1.5 million appropriation from the state Legislature in 2002.
Decorative plaster ceilings will be restored, cracked walls replastered and wood floors refinished as part of the repairs to the palace, the barracks and old archives building, though most of the renovation will be made to the palace.
The Friends of 'Iolani Palace plan to maintain its tour schedule, Tuesday through Saturday, possibly closing one room at a time as it undergoes renovation.
the.honoluluadvertiser.com /article/2003/Aug/19/ln/ln28a.html   (476 words)

  
 Wildernet - Iolani Palace State Monument
The palace was used as the territory and state capitol until 1969, when a new and larger facility was constructed.
The landscaped palace grounds cover eleven acres and are popular for informal picnics and Friday noon band concerts.
No fee is charged for use of the palace grounds, which are well manicured.
www.wildernet.com /pages/area.cfm?areaID=HISPIP&CU_ID=127   (383 words)

  
 Iolani Palace   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Iolani Palace is again under attack from one of Hawaii's most pervasive and formidable archenemies: ground termites.
The Friends of Iolani Palace recently confirmed millions of Formosan subterranean termites have begun a reinfestation on the palace grounds and pose a major threat to the 114-year old building and its priceless contents.
Termites twice devoured the palace coronation pavilion--in 1905 and 1913--and did in the original wooden Iolani Palace in 1875.
www2.hawaii.edu /~entomol/research/r_sentricon_iolani.htm   (365 words)

  
 December 31 2004 Postage Stamps issued by Hawai'i Post
The new Palace was completed in 1882 and a formal ceremony was held on December 27 1882.
A new Capitol was built on Beretania Avenue behind 'Iolani Palace in 1969, and the State government moved out of the Palace to their new quarters where they are at this present day.
The restoration of the palace was completed in 1978, and tours by the general public began the same year.
www.hawaii-post.com /2004-31DEC.html   (708 words)

  
 Honolulu Star-Bulletin Hawaii News
Iolani Palace was the official residence of Hawaii's last two monarchs, King Kalakaua (who ruled from 1882 until his death in 1891) and his sister Queen Lili'uokalani (who reigned from 1891 until the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy in 1893).
Under the supervision of the nonprofit community group the Friends of Iolani Palace, an effort was launched to restore it to its original grandeur.
The floors of the palace were stripped and replaced, plumbing systems and electrical wiring were redone, and intricate decorative plaster designs on the ceilings were duplicated by an expert brought out of retirement in Italy.
starbulletin.com /2001/11/11/travel/story1.html   (903 words)

  
 Holidays & Festivals
The cornerstone of the present Palace was laid on the last day of 1879, close to the site of an earlier palace which had to be demolished as it was riddled with termites.
From 1893 until 1968, Iolani Palace was used as the capitol of the Republic, the Territory, and finally the State of Hawaii.
On the walls of the palace are hung portraits of the monarchy and European rulers.
home.hawaii.rr.com /hawaiianweb/topic04.html   (679 words)

  
 `Iolani Palace - Restoration of the Palace
Overseeing the restoration was The Friends of `Iolani Palace, founded by Mrs.
This organization continues to manage `Iolani Palace as an historic house museum and to share the history of the Hawaiian monarchy.
Many original Palace objects sold and dispersed at public auction have been recovered from different parts of the world – glassware found in Australia, and a table in the Governor’s mansion in Iowa, to a chair in a local thrift store.
www.iolanipalace.org /history/restore.html   (496 words)

  
 Hawaiian Explorer - 'Iolani Palace
The 'Iolani Palace which is located in downtown Honolulu was completed in 1882 by the late King Kalakaua.
The interior of the palace is graced with European style furniture which boldly reflects the forigen culture on old Hawaii.
Currently, the 'Iolani Palace is opened to all visitors who are willing to experience this historical landmark as it once was more then 114 years ago.
www.hisurf.com /explorer/iolani_palace.htm   (371 words)

  
 IOLANI PALACE EVENTS - 2003 June - December
Free admission to the Palace and the Galleries for residents of Hawaii and active military.
Co-sponsored by The Friends of Iolani Palace, The Committee for the Preservation and Study of Hawaiian Language, Art, and Culture (School of Hawaiian, Asian and Pacific Studies, University of Hawaii at Manoa), The Honolulu Academy of Arts and the Hawaii Literary Arts Council.
Iolani Palace and the Palace Grounds will be decorated with lanterns as they were for festive events during the Monarchy period.
www.alternative-hawaii.com /priolani.htm   (1050 words)

  
 HawaiiWeb.com
'Iolani Palace is the only true royal palace in the United States and the last official residence of the kings and queens who ruled Hawaii.
The design of the palace was influenced by King Kalakaua's world travels and was the first to be equipped with telephones and electric lights.
The new State Capitol was built in 1969 and the palace was restored to its royal grandeur.
www.hawaiiweb.com /oahu/sites_to_see/iolani_pallace.htm   (224 words)

  
 Iolani Palace -- Hawaii Museums Association Database --
Built in 1882, Iolani Palace was the official residence of King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, the last monarchs of Hawaii.
The Grand Tour: includes a historic video capturing the essence of the Palace and the people that brought it to life; a brief tour of the Palace grounds; the restored interiors; and The Galleries for viewing of Hawaiian crown jewels, ancient regalia and royal jewelry.
Collections: historic structures: ‘Iolani Palace, ‘Iolani Barracks, Coronation Pavilion; Furnishings and fixtures, tableware, decorative objects, portraits and historic photographs, clothing, jewelry, books, royal orders, etc. all with connections to the Hawaiian Monarchy prior to 1893-including period substitutes and reproductions.
www.hawaiimuseums.org /mc/isoahu_iolani.htm   (355 words)

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