Lahaina Arts Society

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Representing more than 55 island artists, this nonprofit collective runs two galleries in the Old Lahaina Courthouse. The Banyan Tree Gallery is on the 1st floor, in the former post office. The Old Jail Gallery is in the basement; the entrance to the jail is outside, on the north side of the building.

Many of Maui’s best-known artists got their start here, and there are some gems among the collection.


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1. Lahaina Heritage Museum

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2. Old Lahaina Courthouse

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Tucked in the shadows of the iconic banyan tree, Lahaina’s 1859 courthouse is a repository of history and art. Its location beside the harbor is no…

3. Banyan Tree Park

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5. Lahaina Lighthouse

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6. Brick Palace

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7. Lahaina Public Library Grounds

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8. Hauola Stone

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