Tours
Grove Farm Museum
Step back into Kaua‘i’s plantation era at the authentically preserved homestead of the Wilcox family. Guided tours bring history to life as you explore the original home, outbuildings, and gardens that have remained largely untouched since the early 1900s. Visitors experience the story of how sugarcanes brought innovation and community life shaped the island. Learn how the Wilcox family’s commitment to education, healthcare, and agriculture continues to influence Kaua‘i today.
Waioli Mission House
Discover the story of early missionary teachers and their connection with Hawaiian culture at this beautifully preserved 1837 home in Hanalei. Tour guides share stories of education, faith, and the cultural exchange between missionaries and Native Hawaiians. The home, furnished with period pieces and surrounded by lush gardens, offers an intimate glimpse into daily life in 19th-century Kaua‘i and the beginnings of formal education on the island.
Mahamoku
Overlooking the serene waters of Hanalei Bay, this 1914 retreat designed by Mabel Wilcox embodies peace, beauty, and preservation. Meaning “Island of Peace,” Mahamoku reflects Miss Wilcox’s lifelong dedication to community, conservation, and care for others. Visitors can experience this haven as she intended, a place of reflection that connects people to Kaua‘i’s landscape and heritage. Tours provide insight into her visionary role in healthcare, education, and the preservation of Hawaiian history.
Historic Trains
Meet the plantation steam locomotives that once powered Kaua‘i’s sugar industry and carried workers and cane through the island’s lush valleys. Carefully restored and maintained, these engines are now part of an immersive educational experience that celebrates resilience, progress, and craftsmanship. On select train days, visitors can experience the engine in action, hear the hiss of steam, and gain a deeper appreciation for how these machines shaped Kaua‘i’s economy and culture.
