3. Damien Museum

WAIKIKI.   The altruism displayed by this 19th-century Belgian priest is well-known in the islands, where he ministered to a leper colony before finally succumbing to the disease himself. Born Joseph de Veuster but better known as Father Damien, the beneficent figure helped build homes, care for the dying, bury parishioners, and preach God's mercy to the afflicted. In short, he brought dignity to this terminal populace. The museum features an informative video, photographs, and many personal artifacts commemorating the colony and the priest.   (© 10Best)

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