Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site & Archives invites the community to experience Hawaii’s history in an intimate and elegant setting with Tea & Treasures: A Private Archival Experience on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with guest arrival and check-in beginning at 10:30 a.m. Following the program, the Hale Kū’ai (gift shop) will be open for guests. All inclusive price of $150 per person. Tickets are now available at https://missionhouses.org/events/tea-treasures
This premium, culturally-grounded program offers guests exclusive access to rarely seen artifacts from the organization’s archival collection, paired with traditional afternoon tea service and hands-on historical activities. Limited seating ensures an intimate, personalized experience at one of Honolulu’s most significant historic sites.
Event Highlights Include:
- Rare Archival Presentation – Guests will enjoy a curated presentation of historic artifacts in the library, with white-glove, self-guided interaction and opportunities for Q&A with Archivist and Librarian, Kyle Hart.
- Historic Grounds Tour – Explore the mission grounds and step inside the traditional hale pili (grass house), gaining insight into 19th-century life in Hawaiʻi.
- Printing Press Experience – Each guest will operate the historic printing press, creating their own keepsake print to take home under the guidance of Director of Education Mike Smola.
- Afternoon Tea Service – Award-winning Tea at 1024 will provide traditional high tea service featuring local flavors, including signature scones with clotted cream, delicate tea sandwiches, and homemade sweets.
- Live Hawaiian Music – Enjoy live acoustic music performed by Jason Laeha throughout the afternoon.
