James Norman Hall Museum

Museum · Windward Islands

James Norman Hall Museum

Museum · Windward Islands

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PK 5 côté montagne, Arue 98701, French Polynesia

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James Norman Hall Museum by Photo by Kevin O´Hara / age fotostock
James Norman Hall Museum by Photo by Kevin O´Hara / age fotostock
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
James Norman Hall Museum by null
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Step into paradise at James Norman Hall’s Arue home, a charming museum showcasing the author’s life, vintage library, and tropical breadfruit trees.  

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PK 5 côté montagne, Arue 98701, French Polynesia Get directions

jamesnormanhall.com

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PK 5 côté montagne, Arue 98701, French Polynesia Get directions

+689 40 50 01 60
jamesnormanhall.com
maisonjamesnormanhall

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restroom
crowd family friendly
crowd lgbtq friendly
crowd trans safespace
wheelchair accessible parking lot
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible restroom
assistive hearing loop

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Jul 30, 2025

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"James Norman Hall’s Home To see how one family worked out their idea of living in paradise, head to the James Norman Hall Museum (La Maison de James Norman Hall). Hall was the coauthor of the book Mutiny on the Bounty , and with the book’s bounty, he bought a swath of Tahitian beach and built his dream house. Captain Bligh had been sent to Tahiti to collect breadfruit to be transplanted in the West Indies where it was hoped it would prosper as a food source for sugar plantation workers, so don’t miss the breadfruit trees planted here. (If you’ve not tried the fruit, it tastes like a cross between a grapefruit and a pineapple. Delicious.)"

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"James Norman Hall’s Home To see how one family worked out their idea of living in paradise, head to the James Norman Hall Museum (La Maison de James Norman Hall). Hall was the coauthor of the book Mutiny on the Bounty , and with the book’s bounty, he bought a swath of Tahitian beach and built his dream house. Captain Bligh had been sent to Tahiti to collect breadfruit to be transplanted in the West Indies where it was hoped it would prosper as a food source for sugar plantation workers, so don’t miss the breadfruit trees planted here. (If you’ve not tried the fruit, it tastes like a cross between a grapefruit and a pineapple. Delicious.)"

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"James Norman Hall’s Home To see how one family worked out their idea of living in paradise, head to the James Norman Hall Museum (La Maison de James Norman Hall). Hall was the coauthor of the book Mutiny on the Bounty , and with the book’s bounty, he bought a swath of Tahitian beach and built his dream house. Captain Bligh had been sent to Tahiti to collect breadfruit to be transplanted in the West Indies where it was hoped it would prosper as a food source for sugar plantation workers, so don’t miss the breadfruit trees planted here. (If you’ve not tried the fruit, it tastes like a cross between a grapefruit and a pineapple. Delicious.)"

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"James Norman Hall’s Home To see how one family worked out their idea of living in paradise, head to the James Norman Hall Museum (La Maison de James Norman Hall). Hall was the coauthor of the book Mutiny on the Bounty , and with the book’s bounty, he bought a swath of Tahitian beach and built his dream house. Captain Bligh had been sent to Tahiti to collect breadfruit to be transplanted in the West Indies where it was hoped it would prosper as a food source for sugar plantation workers, so don’t miss the breadfruit trees planted here. (If you’ve not tried the fruit, it tastes like a cross between a grapefruit and a pineapple. Delicious.)"

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Don Nicholas

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What a gem! Well worth traveling by bus or car from Papeete to Arue to tour this house and learn about the Hall family. Easy parking in the small lot right across the street. And if Vivian is there, being shown around by her and hearing her personal stories about the family is a real treat. The museum should have videos with her talks to preserve her valuable knowledge!

Bill Osborn

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Very nice and they gave a lovely tour and History of the author of Munity on the Bounty. We were on a guided tour and we're served lemonade and Banana bread.

Chris Blazie

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A really nice museum for the author of Muriny on the Bounty. We went as part of a tour after disembarking from the cruise ship; I wasn't really into this stop but have to admit I was unexpectedly impressed. James Hall flew with the Escodrille Lafayette, an American volunteer fighter squadron in France 🇫🇷 in WWI. These were some brave, badass dudes risking their lives when they didn't have to. Huge respect for these heroes.

Laura McPhedran

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Beautifully curated, an incredible visit. The curator is incredibly kind, thoughtful, she answered all my questions and inspired me to read Mr. Hall’s books. Such a pleasant afternoon, I recommend if you’re looking for a calming restful stop on your journeys.

Joseph Bruyere

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It's a nice museum with lots of historical value. There are local guides who will take you around the house, telling incredible stories

Dan Curlis

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Very interesting. Gives history of James Norman Hall and the many books he wrote. Original furniture and his typewriter uniforms etc.

D Pentecost

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Very informative tour about a prolific author, WW1 pilot from Iowa. Parking is across the divided highway with a crosswalk available. We had to pass the house and use the ne t roundabout to come back to park.

Prabir Saha

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Had a very wonderful time with Vivienne who is a perfect host for this wonderful little gem. Took me back in times. Highly recommend it.