Capitol Modern

Capitol Modern is the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum
Free Admission
Open Mon-Sat | 10am-4pm

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Hello #CapitolModern Formerly called HiSAM, our new name better reflects our museum's vibrant contemporary art experience & historic Capitol District location. We’re still art for the people, by the people, & forever free. Discover more at our new website https://t.co/vrxBntKF1k

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Meet Chris Miyashiro ✨ The designer of MYSTO! Chris Miyashiro is a multimedia artist from Hawaiʻi.

🎟️ Free, family-friendly and open to the public
📅 Friday, June 5, 5:00–9:00 PM

🎥 Video by @maxhigh01 | Music: “Flowers” by Matti

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Meet Mima ✨ Founder and designer behind the sustainable fashion label TOWA! Join us for an evening of fashion, music, art, and community!

🎟️ Free, family-friendly and open to the public
📅 Friday, June 5, 5:00–9:00 PM

🎥 Video by @maxhigh01 Music: “Dawn” by Grayskies

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Kick off June with First Friday at Capitol Modern happening on June 5! ✨

🎟️ Free, family-friendly and open to the public
📅 Friday, June 5, 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Capitol Modern is the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum

#CapitolModern #FirstFriday #ArtAndFlea #LiveMusic #HawaiiEvents

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Hauʻoli lā makuahine! Celebrating the strength and tenderness of motherhood this Mother’s Day ❤️

Mexican Mother & Child by Jean Charlot
lithograph, 1948
Credit Line: State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, Art in Public Places Collection
Learn more at:https://t.co/XTVNBboj5Z.

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5/8 UPDATED DONATION LIST FOR FLOOD RELIEF FOR HOKULANI SCHOOL 💛🌧️

Community support continues to make a meaningful difference for families, schools, and students navigating this ongoing process. Mahalo nui no kou aloha, Hawaiʻi! 💛

#CapitolModern #Hawaii #FloodRelief

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⛈️ Capitol Modern will be CLOSED on Friday, April 10, 2026 ⛈️

Due to severe weather conditions, the Governor has directed the closure of all state departments and offices on Oʻahu, including Capitol Modern, for Friday, April 10, 2026.

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🔔 Capitol Modern will be CLOSED on Friday, April 3, 2026.

Friendly reminder that we are not having a First Friday event this week but we hope to see you at our Island Pulse happening on April 17. Stay tuned for more details & mahalo for your understanding!

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⛈️ Capitol Modern will be CLOSED Saturday, March 21, 2026 ⛈️

Due to severe weather conditions expected for this weekend, Capitol Modern will be closed on Saturday, March 21. We will continue with our regular hours of operation next Wednesday, March 25, 2026, subject to change.

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⛈️ Capitol Modern is CLOSED as of 12 PM on Friday, March 20, 2026 ⛈️

Due to flooding conditions, Capitol Modern will be closing early today, March 20. E kala mai for any inconvenience and mahalo for your understanding!

E mālama pono!

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Our exhibition galleries are currently closed as we prepare for exciting new exhibits coming soon! Stay tuned for updates! ✨ MORI by Art+Flea remains open for all your locally made gifts and goodies. 🛍️ Shop Hours: Wed–Sat, 10 AM – 3 PM. (Closed Sun–Tue & Hawai‘i State Holidays)

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We are grateful for YOU! Every one of you, our community, our visitors, our supporters, YOU make Capitol Modern what it is. ❤️

#Mahalo #Thanksgiving #CapitolModern

Photo shows visitors in the sculpture garden dancing and enjoying their time at one of our Friday Night events.

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Step into an evening of rhythm, movement, and world music at Capitol Modern during our next week’s First Friday! ✨💃

Graphic shares details for the December 5 First Friday event at Capitol Modern.

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Chef Kealoha Domingo of Nui Kealoha returns to Capitol Modern with an ʻono menu inspired by Hawaiʻi’s roots, stories, and traditions.

🎟️ FREE, family-friendly, and open to all ages
📅 Friday, November 7, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Capitol Modern is The Hawai‘i State Art Museum

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Join us for a special First Friday celebration as IONA Contemporary Dance Theatre marks its 35th Anniversary with A Night at the Museum at Capitol Modern!

🎟️ FREE, family-friendly & open to all ages. https://t.co/AVXNDqdrJs Walk-ins welcome!

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👀 Here’s a sneak peek at the design inspiration for another community mural opportunity led by Solomon Enos!

Stop by today from 12pm through our First Friday festivities to contribute to this one-of-a-kind artwork

#CapitolModern #HawaiiStateArtMuseum #CommunityArt #SolomonEnos

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Experience the brilliance of young artists at The Scholastic’s Annual Art Award Exhibit! 🎨 See diverse creations by 7th-12th graders from across the islands. Witness Hawaiʻi's creative excellence before March 25th. Don't miss out! 💫 #CapitolModern #YouthArtMonth

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Food is art you can taste! We're stoked to welcome Burgers & Burritos Hawaii to the Capitol Modern food vendor fam 🌯 Catch them at our events throughout the year! 🍔

#CapitolModern #CapitolModernHawaii #CapitolModernEvents #BurgersandBurritosHawaii

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Our first Friday Night Tempo: The Fusion was a blast!

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Do you recognize this set?👀✨ Check out @capitolmodern cameo in the "2 LITTLE 2 LATE" MUSIC VIDEO🏛️🤝

📺 https://t.co/ZFK3Rl9pXb
🎵 Stream "2 LITTLE 2 LATE" on @spotify @applemusic

#CROSSINGRAIN #XR #クロッシングレイン #2LITTLE2LATE #2L2L

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Our galleries are making way for more art to display ✨ Be sure to stop by and see theses exhibits before they're closed!

#CapitolModern #CapitolModernHawaii #HawaiiStateArtMuseum #ArtInPublicPlaces #ArtInPublicPlacesCollection #ArtInPublicPlacesHawaii