The Pacific Tsunami Museum is a museum dedicated to the history and Science of tsunamis. It is located at 130 Kamehameha Avenue, Hilo, Hawaii with the mission of educating people about tidal waves in general and how to be prepared in case a tsunami strikes.
The museum provides interactive exhibits, documentaries, and docents to explain the impact of major tsunamis such as the April 1, 1946 Pacific tsunami and the May 23, 1960 Chilean tsunami which devastated much of the east coast of the Big Island, especially Hilo, also known as Hawaii's "Tsunami Capital."
Apart from educating the public about tsunamis, the museum also serves as a memorial for those who lost their lives in past tsunamis.
The Pacific Tsunami Museum is located at 130 Kamehameha Ave., Hilo, Hawaii. It is open Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Admission fees are $8.00 for General Public; $7.00 for Seniors and Kama‛aina; and $4.00 for Children (ages 6-17). Toddlers ages 5 & under are free of charge.
