Ali'i Diplomatic Missions - Walking Tour
Thu, Sep 10
|JW Marriott Washington DC
A meaningful exploration of the people, places, and events that shaped Hawai‘i’s diplomatic history.
Time & Location
Sep 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
JW Marriott Washington DC, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004
About the event
From 1842 to 1898, Hawai‘i’s ali‘i and their representatives traveled to Washington, D.C., for important meetings, state visits, and diplomatic missions. This approximately 2.3-mile guided experience follows in their footsteps and highlights historic locations connected to their efforts to represent Hawai‘i, protect Hawaiian sovereignty, and engage with United States leaders.
Tour stops include the Willard Hotel, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Veterans Affairs Headquarters, Lafayette Square, St. John’s Episcopal Church, the White House, and U.S. Treasury Building.
Come connect with history, honor the legacy of Hawai‘i’s leaders, and experience Washington, D.C., through a powerful Hawaiian lens. Optional Tour of the Capitol Visitor Center 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm