Capitol Modern

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 capitolmodern.org

⛈️ 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.

🔔 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!

⛈️ 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.

⛈️ 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!

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)

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.

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.

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

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. IONA35.eventbrite.com Walk-ins welcome!

👀 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

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

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

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

Do you recognize this set?👀✨ Check out @capitolmodern cameo in the "2 LITTLE 2 LATE" MUSIC VIDEO🏛️🤝 📺 bit.ly/2L2L-MV 🎵 Stream "2 LITTLE 2 LATE" on @spotify @applemusic #CROSSINGRAIN #XR #クロッシングレイン #2LITTLE2LATE #2L2L

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

We're back open today!

Introducing our first 𝑭𝒓𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝑻𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐 on January 19th ft. The Fusion by Kaleikini Productions 🎷 Get your groove on with the sounds of Ohtoro, Kelsea Armstrong, Illnomadic, Gilbert Batangan, and Nicholas Kaleikini. Friday Night Tempo is FREE!

Capitol Modern will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Other than that, our normal hours remain open from Monday-Saturday from 10am to 4pm. See you soon 🫶 #CapitolModern #CapitolModernHawaii #HawaiiStateArtMuseum @hawaii_sfca #ArtinPublicPlaces

【ダイジェスト】公開 SPIN MASTER A-1 "HACHI-AWASE" in Honolulu @capitolmodern Japanese beat... youtu.be/hEcmqohJ8JE?si… 叩いて擦って回します♪

Calling all teachers! 🧑‍🏫 We invite you to bring your students to explore the galleries and garden of Capitol Modern on a self-guided visit. For more info or to schedule your visit, please email us at info@capitolmodern.org