Waikato Museum

The Waikato Museum is a regional museum in Hamilton featuring exhibitions on art, science, and social history of the Waikato area. The building spans multiple levels with collections that document the diverse aspects of regional life and heritage.

The museum was established as a cultural institution managed by Hamilton City Council and preserves approximately 30000 objects. Over the years it has grown to become a key place for documenting and sharing the region's history.

The museum displays work by local artists and offers insight into how Maori culture remains important to the community today. You can see how indigenous traditions continue to shape life in the region.

The museum sits at Grantham Street along the Waikato River and is straightforward to locate. You should plan several hours to walk through the exhibitions since there is substantial content to explore.

The building underwent extensive renovation and has taken on a new identity as Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum and Gallery. This renaming and redesign reflects a growing focus on recognizing Maori perspectives in how the museum operates.

Location: Hamilton

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: +6478386606

Website: https://waikatomuseum.co.nz

GPS coordinates: -37.78978,175.28661

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08