Great museum with wonderful exhibits that last a full year. Great information about the islands.Current exhibit features traditional tribal tattoos and a tattoo artist, Tricia Allen was working there during the day, very awesome.

A necessary place to visit for all people especially islanders. This is one of the only museums in existence run by people who are part of the culture. It is so refreshing and powerful to have the stewardship of Aunty Fran and all the countless heart, hands, and heads that have come together over time to honor the ancestors that are housed in this sacred home for our Pacific Islander cultures. From divine carvings with a deep and rich history to shifting exhibits that reflect past and current experiences of our communities, this space is a sanctuary in the Long Beach community.

As a Chamorro (Micronesian) woman, combat veteran, and person in the world, this was a moving experience that Ill never forget. The curator, Fran Lujan, is amazing and everyone should visit at least once to realize how much NHPI peoples have sacrificed for and contributed to the country and the world.

My husband and I was actually passing through to go to the Aquarium of the Pacific, but detoured here first. As part Pacific Islander, I was really eager to come here and check it out.Fran gave me the scoop about this museum, and the types of info she had here. She said things changes every few months. When my husband and I were there, there were pictures of all the different tattoos, and the history behind them within all the islands. Also, very nice to see the display of the Fijian wedding dress display. (My people.) There was also the big hut in the middle of the room. (Different islands call it different names in their language. (For an example, in Fijian it is called, Bure.) Inside, was various tools used by Islanders. Didnt get to see much, as I just glanced inside. There were also displays of various jewelry. There was also a room with a documentary video of learning history of the islands too.When you come here, especially look at the map. There are a lot of Pacific Islands, and not just being, Polynesia. There is also Melanesia, and Micronesia. Very important to know. Again, as I am part Pacific Islander, I already know this. But good for other people to learn, because not everybody knows these things.I think the garden was perfectly fine. Some history, and it was a decent size. This is what they have to offer, because this place is a nonprofit organization, and needs more support. With that, then theyll be able to add more interesting stuff to view.Please come and support this museum, especially if you are an islander living in the Southern California area. Honestly, I would even work there, if I even lived in SoCal, but Im from the Bay Area. So thats the sad part. Support this museum!! I look forward to coming to visit the next time Im in SoCal.

It was great! Curator Fran is setting up a new exhibit and JPz work is ongoing and inspiring.

This museum is smaller than most. It sits in the median of converging busy streets. While you can see most art pieces and view the videos within 2 hours, its possible to take away information about the diverse cultures of the Pacific Islands that you probably will not have learned elsewhere. The art collection is mostly the private collection of the founder. The staff is very knowledgable about what pieces they have. Tours are available. Better for older kids (teens) than younger. Park across the street at MOLAA for free.

I wish it was a bigger place.

Meh, lots of pictures of tattoos on the walls, very little exhibits. Went today at 1pm. Doors were locked. We buzzed and some young girl let us in. We werent charged admittance and there was little happening. Not impressed.

A great place to experience Pacific Island Art, especially Micronesia.

Get there early. And get a spokesman

Didnt go in

Its really nice and pretty and nice quiet.