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Friends of Liliʻuokalani Gardens is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a tranquil cultural landscape for the community of Hilo.

History + Culture

Discover the rich history and living culture of Hilo’s Liliʻuokalani Gardens.

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Liliʻuokalani Gardens is open to all and admission is free.

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Join us in fostering the beauty.

Rhododendron japonicum, the Japanese azalea or tsutsuji is a species of flowering plant in the Ericacaea family. Many varieties and colors are planted in Lili`uokalani Gardens. photo courtesy of Friends
Early in 2024, a large group of volunteers from a convention of Latter Day Saints helped remove invasive seaweed from Waihonu, the pond at the heart of Lili`uokalani Gardens. photo courtesy of Friends
Two lion dogs were donated by Nagasaki and flank the east entrance off Banyan Drive. The Hiroshima lantern is in the background. photo courtesy of Friends
Gift pagoda-style lantern from Fukuoka was placed in 1968. photo by Bill Eger