Otago Museum, Cultural museum in Dunedin City, New Zealand.
The Otago Museum spans multiple floors with collections featuring natural science specimens, geological artifacts, and Pacific cultural exhibitions within its historic building complex.
The museum originated from James Hector's geological collections displayed at the 1865 New Zealand Exhibition before moving to its current location in 1877.
The Tangata Whenua gallery exhibits Māori artifacts and cultural items, presenting the indigenous heritage through traditional objects and historical collections.
The museum welcomes visitors daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with complete wheelchair accessibility and a café serving refreshments throughout operating hours.
The facility contains the largest collection of moa remains in existence, alongside extensive insect specimens and marine life exhibits from the Pacific region.
Location: Dunedin City
Inception: 1865
Founders: James Hector
Official opening: September 12, 1868
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Princes Street 9016
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00
Website: http://otagomuseum.nz
GPS coordinates: -45.86570,170.51100
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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