The 10 Best Museums in Hamilton & Waikato Region, North Island

February 10, 2022 Natalie Tallman

Discover the best top things to do in Hamilton & Waikato Region, New Zealand including Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre, Inspirit Studio & Gallery, Deciduus & Santie, Raglan Photo Gallery, Manawaru Heritage Centre, Waitomo Caves Museum, Waikato Museum, The New Zealand Timber Museum, Raglan & District Museum, Waikato Coalfields Museum.
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1. Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre

465 Tuhikaramea Rd, Temple View, Hamilton 3218 New Zealand +64 7-834 9083 http://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/introduction-to-the-pacific-church-history-museum?lang=eng
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre

360 Pencarrow Road, Hamilton 3283 New Zealand +64 7-856 3170 [email protected] http://www.inspirit.co.nz
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Inspirit Studio & Gallery

Reviewed By happytraveller010 - Waiheke Island, New Zealand

We had a lovely time at the gallery. My mum has visited previously and insisted I go back with her. Jenny was really friendly and welcoming. The gallery was a feast for the eyes and we spent well over an hour looking at everything. I could have happily bought many of the pieces. Would certainly recommend visiting if you're interested in any form of art and New Zealand culture.

3. Deciduus & Santie

23 Main Road The old red cottage midway up the hill, Tirau 3410 New Zealand +64 274 774 706 [email protected] http://www.deciduusandsantie.co.nz
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Deciduus & Santie

Deciduus & Santie is a boutique gallery in Tirau, South Waikato showcasing the work of artist Santie Cronje and a curated collection of fine art, ceramics, photography and indoor plants. We proudly support handmade and NZmade. Visit us in the old red cottage midway up the hill.

Reviewed By 161shelly - Te Awamutu, New Zealand

Deciduus is a wonderful blend of art, plants and crockery, all made by NZ artists and beautifully curated by an artist called Santie Conjie who has amazing taste and the ability to create a space that is both exciting and delightfully peace-filled. I don't drive through Tirau without stopping here and usually leave with a little something!

53 Wainui Road, Raglan 3225 New Zealand +64 21 292 6823 http://raglanphotogallery.co.nz/
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Raglan Photo Gallery

Raglan Photo Gallery is open to the public, sharing a broad range of photography taken on the wild west coast of NZ, Raglan. Also showcasing other local artists such as Skateboards, home soft furnishings & jewellery.

Reviewed By 740Jeb

Absolutely lovely photos of the Raglan area, with some spectacular surf photos. Well priced pieces, some of which can be bought unframed.

5. Manawaru Heritage Centre

420b Manawaru Road, Te Aroha 3391 New Zealand +64 210 483 593 [email protected] http://www.manawaruheritage.org
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Manawaru Heritage Centre

Manawaru Heritage Centre is situated within Community View at the old dairy factory in the heart of Manawaru Village. The Centre is a place to gather, collate and display the heritage of Manawaru. Open Friday to Sunday 10am to 2pm, Wednesday and Thursday by appointment only.

6. Waitomo Caves Museum

21 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves New Zealand +64 7-878 7640 [email protected] http://www.waitomocaves.com
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Waitomo Caves Museum

Reviewed By carlenemabeym - Omokoroa Beach, New Zealand

Amazing information - very well presented and extremely well priced - great facts to go with a cave visit or great on its own, the history, the facts and everything you need to know about the area.

7. Waikato Museum

1 Grantham Street, Hamilton 3204 New Zealand +64 7-838 6606 [email protected] http://www.waikatomuseum.co.nz
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4.5 based on 364 reviews

Waikato Museum

Haere mai! Welcome to Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato. Perched above the mighty Waikato River, this world-class museum and art gallery is the artistic and cultural heart of the Waikato. Visit us to experience visual stories and guided activities that bring our art, history, culture and science to life through an inspirational programme that aims to challenge and inspire you. Open daily 10am-5pm.

Reviewed By D7543NEandread

We had an 18 month old we needed to entertain on a rainy day during a visit to Hamilton. A lot of the activities are for older children but the kids area kept him entertained for hours.

8. The New Zealand Timber Museum

State Highway 1 2337 State Highway 1, Putaruru 3443 New Zealand +64 7-883 7621 http://www.nztm.org.nz
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

The New Zealand Timber Museum

9. Raglan & District Museum

15 Wainui Rd, Raglan 3225 New Zealand +64 7-825 8925 [email protected] http://Raglanmuseum.co.nz
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Raglan & District Museum

Raglan and District Museum provides a window on local history for the Raglan Whaingaroa area and adjacent districts. Visit Raglan Museum to check out local Maori, pioneer, town & around and surfing history. Visit Us Monday to Thursday: 9.30am – 4.30pm, Friday: 9.30am – 5 pm, Saturday: 10am – 5pm, Sundays and public holidays: 10am – 3pm. Closed: Christmas Day

Reviewed By 740Jeb

Very well presented local museum primarily run by volunteers. Well worth visiting. Very cheap entry fee. The surfing display was great and pertinant to the area.

10. Waikato Coalfields Museum

148 Main St The Civic Centre, Huntly 3700 New Zealand +64 7-828 8128 http://www.coal.net.nz
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Waikato Coalfields Museum

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