Puke Ariki

Puke Ariki is a building with library, archive, museum, and information center housed under one roof with views toward the coast. It combines different spaces where books, collections, and exhibitions are displayed together.

The building opened in 2003 and brought a new way to preserve and present the region's heritage. It was created to bring together collections that were previously scattered in different locations.

The place honors Māori heritage and European settlement equally, displaying this through exhibitions with historical objects and photographs on its walls. Visitors can discover the stories of both cultures that shaped the region.

The library and museum have different opening hours, so it helps to check ahead before visiting which section you want to access. All the different areas are in the same building, making a visit easy to plan.

The center works with the New Zealand Sound Archive and preserves audio recordings that document oral stories from the region. These audio collections let visitors hear the voices and accounts of people who shaped the place's past.

Location: Taranaki Region

Inception: 2003

Official opening: June 15, 2003

Address: 1 Ariki St, New Plymouth 4310

Website: https://pukeariki.com

GPS coordinates: -39.05694,174.07194

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05