Hokitika Museum

Hokitika Museum is a regional museum in Hokitika, New Zealand, that documents the history and development of the West Coast region through photographs, artifacts, and documents. Its collection spans different periods and shows how the region changed over time.

The museum was founded in 1869 and moved to the Carnegie Library building in 1908. Over the years it relocated several times before returning to its original name in 2011.

The museum preserves Maori heritage through items like the kete woven by Ripeka Te Owai and holds records of local traditions and community stories. These collections show how indigenous culture remains part of the region's identity today.

The Research Centre provides access to archives and reference materials for visitors interested in exploring West Coast historical records and genealogical information. Plan time to explore the various collections and discover more about the local history.

The collection includes the Preston Egg, which holds signatures from attendees of a farewell party for local soldiers during World War II. This personal artifact connects the museum's history to memories of people from the community during that era.

Location: Westland District

Inception: 1869

Address: 17 Hamilton Street, Hokitika 7810

Phone: +6437556898

Email: enquiries@hokitikamuseum.co.nz

Website: http://hokitikamuseum.co.nz

GPS coordinates: -42.71862,170.96114

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:20