Asa Thurston remained in Kailua-Kona for more than forty years, only retiring to Honolulu when he was incapacitated by paralysis for continued active work. He died in Hawaii in 1868 at the age of 81. Among his most notable accomplishments was his translation of a large part of the Bible into the Hawaiian language.
If You Go
Mokuʻaikaua Church is located at 75-5713 Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, directly across from the Huliheʻe Palace.
The church is open to the public daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission is free and tours are available. You will find artifacts, memorabilia and additional information on the church at the back of the church.
