Collections

The Haleakalā National Park museum collection documents the cultural and natural history of the park and exemplifies its physical resources. The collection is divided into three main categories: natural history, cultural resources and archives. The natural history collection is represented by biological specimens and geological samples. The herbarium includes native and non-native plants that have been collected from the park and East Maui. The entomological collection consists of mounted native and non-native insects collected within the island of Maui. The cultural resources collection is represented by archeological, historical and ethnographic objects and works of art. The archives consist mostly of documents and photographs about the history, development and management activities of the park. The archives have not been processed and finding aids (lists summarizing the contents) are currently unavailable. Museum Collections Deities Uncover the stories behind deities in Hawaiian culture Entomological Collection Haleakalā entomological (insect) collection Ethnographic Collection Haleakalā ethnographic (material culture) collection Herbarium Collection Haleakalā National Park's collection of threatened and endangered plants. Historical Objects Haleakalā Historic objects. Archives Finding Aids Learn about what is in the park's archival collection. Frederick Leopold Stolz Collection Selected Haleakalā Photos from the Photograph Collection of Frederick Leopold Stolz, Olinda, Maui circa 1880-1899 Historic Photographs Haleakalā historic photo archive
Access to Collection: The museum storage building and research room is located in the parkʻs Resources Management/Maintenance area which is the first right turn after the Park Entrance Station. The collection is available for research and educational purposes; however, since preservation of the collection is of primary concern, access is regulated. Access to the collections may be denied if the requested use is determined not to be in the interest of the collection, Haleakalā National Park or the National Park Service. Access to the collection is by appointment from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except on Federal holidays) and will be dependent upon an individualʻs needs and availability of staff. Call [phone] for more information. If requesting access to the collection, please contact Park Museum Curator ([e-mail]) a minimum of one (1) week before you wish to visit.