General Resources
Here are some great places to start your research!  Although they are not specifically geared toward Hawaii research, they have record collections that can help in your search.  

• Ancestry 
• FamilySearch
• Fold3
• Cyndi's List
• NewspaperArchive
• Find A Grave

There are many resources available to assist you with your genealogy journey!  Those on this page are just a few to get you started.


Some databases require a subscription fee to use them, such as Ancestry.  Don't fret!  Your local library offers access to Ancestry and other databases for free, and your local Family History Center has several subscription websites accessible on their computers.

Hawaii Resources

• Hawaii State Archives - Excellent digital database and a wealth of information about the archives!
• UH Manoa Hamilton Library - Lots of beginning genealogy resources.
• Office of Hawaiian Affairs - Although geared toward Native Hawaiians, their forms and beginning information is great for all ethnic groups.
• Bishop Museum Library & Archives Catalog - one of the richest collections; appointment necessary
• Hawaii Department of Health - Vital Records - Essential resource for Hawaii genealgy

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Hawaii Repositories
Following are the physical addresses of some of the Hawaii Repositories that are an excellent place to begin your research.

Hawaii State Archives  |  364 S. King St., Honolulu 96813  |  (808) 586-0329  |  dags@hawaii.gov

Oahu- First Circuit Court  |  Kaahumanu Building  |  777 Punchbowl St., Honolulu 96813  |  (808) 539-4767

Hawaii Bureau of Conveyances  |  Kalanimoku Building  |  1151 Punchbowl St., Honolulu 96813  |  (808) 587-0147

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There are also Genealogical and Historical societies that are a wealth of knowledge.  Following are some of these societies found in Hawaii.  
Portuguese Genealogical Society of Hawaii 
Hawaiian Historical Society 
Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii 
Honolulu County Genealogical Society
Kauai Historical Society 
Maui Historical Society
Kona Historical Society