Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Hawai‘i: a kingdom crossing oceans exhibition opens
The British Museum is hosting a special exhibition called 'Hawai‘i: a kingdom crossing oceans'.
This exhibition shows many amazing things from Hawaii, like feathered cloaks and god statues.
One of the most important items is a cloak made from hundreds of thousands of bird feathers, which was given to King George III by Kamehameha I, the chief who united Hawaii.
The exhibition also tells the sad story of Liholiho and his wife, who traveled to London but died from measles.
The exhibition shows how Hawaii and Britain were friends for a long time, until Hawaii became part of the United States.
The artifacts are very beautiful and tell the story of Hawaiian culture and history.
The British Museum's exhibition 'Hawai‘i: a kingdom crossing oceans' showcases Hawaiian artifacts and history.
Key exhibits include a feathered cloak from Kamehameha I and feathered akua (gods).
The exhibition highlights the friendly relations between Hawaii and Britain until Hawaii's annexation by the US in 1898.
The tragic story of Liholiho and Queen Kamamalu, who died in London from measles, is featured.
The artifacts are described as dazzling and include textile panels, helmets, and a turtle ornament.
- Who
- Kamehameha I, Liholiho, Queen Kamamalu, King George III, King George IV
- What
- Exhibition showcasing Hawaiian artifacts and history
- When
- Exhibition runs until 25 May
- Where
- British Museum, London
- Why
- To illustrate Hawaiian culture and relations with Britain
- Exhibition Name
- Hawai‘i: a kingdom crossing oceans
- Location
- British Museum, London
- Duration
- Until 25 May
- Key Artifact
- Feathered cloak from Kamehameha I
- Notable Exhibits
- Feathered akua (gods), textile panels, helmets, feathered cloaks, turtle ornament
- Historical Event
- Death of Liholiho and Queen Kamamalu in London
- Exhibition Focus
- Hawaiian culture and relations with Britain