Washington House
South Oahu
Honolulu
Named in honor of the first president of the U.S., Washington Place 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. Today Washing Place is the residence of Hawaii's governor
Hawaii-Guide Tips/Info:
South Bertania Street, Honolulu
808-538-3113
Tours available, limited to schools and select groups
Directions:
From Waikiki: Take Kalakaua out of Waikiki toward the mountains. Turn left onto South Beretania Street. Washington Place will be on the right side.
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