The Sugar Museum

10/04/2026

🌿🍬 FREE GIVEAWAY! 🍬🌿

🎟️ WIN TWO TICKETS TO THE ʻĀINA KEA PRODUCTION! 🎟️

🌺 Enter for your chance to win TWO TICKETS to the ʻĀina Kea Production!

🌱 HOW TO ENTER:
Visit the Sugar Museum Gift Shop to enter! No purchase necessary. We are open Mon-Thurs, 10-2 p.m.

K**a aina is no charge :)

📅 Enter now through Thursday, October 8th

🏆 WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED MONDAY, OCTOBER 12TH!

Come celebrate Maui’s rich sugarcane history, support our local community, and enter for your chance to win! 🍬🌿

Good luck! 🌺✨

10/01/2026

09/22/2026

A Special Aloha to Our Amazing Volunteers! 🌺

We want to send a heartfelt Mahalo to Shari Okada and Faith Ito for generously dedicating their time to storytelling with Maui's future generation!

Through our educational programs at the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum, Shari and Faith help preserve our local roots and pass down the rich history of plantation life to young minds.

The wonder on the children's faces as they discover the fascinating heritage of sugar cane on Maui is something truly special. It is a gift to docent for these keiki and spark their curiosity about our island's unique history! ✨

🌴 Want to experience the magic?
Come join and support our educational program! Whether you're interested in volunteering or bringing students by, there's always something wonderful to learn.

09/21/2026

The Food of Paradise: Exploring Hawaii's Culinary Heritage
(A Kolowalu Book)
by Rachel Laudan

Recent winner of a prestigious award from the Julia Child Cookbook Awards, presented by the International Association of Culinary Professionals. Lauden was given the 1997 Jane Grigson Award, presented to the book that, more than any other entered in the competition, exemplifies distinguished scholarship.

Hawaii has one of the richest culinary heritages in the United States. Its contemporary regional cuisine, known as "local food" by residents, is a truly amazing fusion of diverse culinary influences. Rachel Laudan takes readers on a thoughtful, wide-ranging tour of Hawaii's farms and gardens, fish auctions and vegetable markets, fairs and carnivals, mom-and-pop stores and lunch wagons, to uncover the delightful complexities and incongruities in Hawaii's culinary history.

More than 150 recipes, photographs, a bibliography of Hawaii's cookbooks, and an extensive glossary make The Food of Paradise an invaluable resource for cooks, food historians, and Hawaiiana buffs.

Come and check out our newest cookbook, as well as the other fabulous products in our gift shop! The Museum is open Mon-Thur, 10-2 and last admission is at 1:00 p.m. Bring the Ohana, K**a aina is no charge.

09/03/2026

Embrace your inner museum nerd with the vibrant Sugar Museum mug, available now for $18.

Whether you are adding to your own kitchen cupboard, looking for a whimsical gift for family and friends, or searching for the ultimate keepsake from your trip to Maui, this piece delivers. Every purchase directly supports the museum's mission, allowing you to champion local history while enjoying your favorite morning coffee or afternoon tea.

Grab yours today and bring a colorful slice of Maui heritage home.

The Museum is open Mon-Thurs, 10-2, last admission is at 1:00 p.m. K**a'aina is no charge! We look forward to seeing you soon.

08/27/2026

The museum would like to extend a huge thank you to our amazing Dream School volunteers, Rinoa and Klekie! 🌟They are a fantastic help in keeping our gallery in tip-top shape. We are so grateful for their hard work keeping our exhibit cases shiny, our gallery free of dust, and our floors freshly vacuumed. From cleaning the windows to providing all-around TLC, they make our space shine. Mahalo, Dream School, and a special thank you to Ms. Tiara—we truly appreciate you! ✨

07/28/2026

Support the Sugar Museum Educational Program!

School is starting up soon, and field trips are just around the corner! At the Sugar Museum, we are proud to practice the three Rs: reduce, reuse, and recycle.

To support our hands-on educational programs and upcoming school activities, we have a fun and keiki friendly item available in our gift shop:

Product: Handcrafted Rainbow Crayons 🖍️🌈

Price: $1.00 per packet (contains 3 crayons)

Impact: All proceeds go directly toward purchasing essential school supplies so local keiki can fully participate in our museum activities.

Stop By and Shop Local!

Visit the Museum shop today to pick up your special, hand-crafted rainbow crayons and help support the next generation of learners!

07/28/2026

Nostalgic Island Ice Cake

The Ultimate Local Treat: A beloved childhood favorite across the islands, ice cake is a wonderfully refreshing, frozen confection that brings an instant wave of nostalgia.

Simple Ingredients: Traditionally made using a rich, creamy base of evaporated milk blended with sweet, vibrant flavored syrups—like classic strawberry, vanilla, or other local favorites.

The Experience: Served frozen in small cups, it's a sweet, icy treat that you slowly scrape and savor on a warm afternoon, just like the good old days.

07/01/2026

The "Through the Mill T-Shirt" is Back!

The treasured and celebrated "Through the Mill to Shirt" is officially back in stock at the Sugar Museum! Get yours while they last—supplies are limited.

The Perfect Summer Look: Enjoy this 100% cotton shirt in a vibrant aquamarine/turquoise color, perfect for sunny days and built to last for years to come.

The back of the shirt features the graphics of "Through the Mill" and the front left chest motif has the Sugar Museum gears logo.

Wear the History: Represent the mill and honor your fondest memories.

Learn as You Wear: Follow along as a darling mongoose takes you through the production steps, from sugarcane to sugar!

Spread the Word: Let family and friends know before they sell out. Head over to the Sugar Museum gift shop and grab yours today! You can also visit our online gift shop.

The Museum is open Mon-Thurs, 10-2, last admission is at 1:00 p.m.

We'll see you soon!

06/30/2026

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Ivy Andaya! 🌟

The Sugar Museum is absolutely thrilled to introduce Ivy Andes, one of our wonderful volunteers!

Ivy is a true delight to have around the museum. Somehow, she manages to find time to support us in between her busy schedule as a dedicated mom and her work at the Fairmont Kealani.

Why We Love Ivy:

Gift Shop Guru: She has been instrumental in tackling and completing important projects in our gift shop.

Museum Stylist: Ivy is the perfect ambassador for our shop! She's pictured here representing the museum in stunning earrings from our custom jewelry line and sporting our brand-new "Through the Mill" t-shirt.

What’s New at the Museum?

When you come by to say hi to Ivy, make sure to check out what else we have in store for you:

Fresh Exhibits: Explore our newly updated displays and historical showcases.

Local Favorites & New Arrivals: Our gift shop is fully restocked with exciting new products alongside the return of beloved local classics.

Join Our Museum Family!

Inspired by Ivy? We are always looking for passionate people to join our community. Volunteer with us and help bring history to life!

📍 Visit Us Today: Come for the history, shop the new arrivals, and say hello to our amazing team!

The Museum us open Mon-Thurs, 10-2. Last Admission is at 1:00 p.m.