We visited to watch a special show on the Fragile Planet. We didn't realize until arriving that the price of admission is good for only one planetarium show. For the price, I think unlimited shows would be appropriate. The show itself was alright but rather superficial and focused more on the appropriateness of Earth for life relative to other planets rather than its fragility. Following the show was an enthusiastic live explanation of what would be seen later that day in the night sky which I enjoyed more.
博物馆包括艾米洛天文中心(Imiloa Astronomy Center)、莱曼博物馆(Lyman Museum)、太平洋海啸博物馆(Pacific Tsunami Museum);艺术画廊有东方夏威夷文化中心(East Hawaii Cultural Center);特色商店有Sig Zane Designs、大岛糖果店(Big Island Candies)、希洛海蒂购物中心(Hilo Hattie)和茂纳洛亚夏威夷坚果厂(Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Factory)
This is a small place and there is not much to see. Probably more interesting for children. Still a good stop if you have time to kill between flights at KOA.