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Acknowledgement of the passing of Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII

We wish to express our heartfelt condolences at the passing of Kiingi Tuheitia on 29 August 2024.

30 August 2024
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FAQs about our temporary closure

What? Why? When? Here are the answers to frequently asked questions about Waikato Museum's environmental upgrades.

16 July 2024
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A time of renewal: Waikato Museum to temporarily close for building work

Long-awaited building renewal works will begin at Waikato Museum on 22 July 2024.

12 July 2024
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Taking science to the next level at Waikato Museum

The second half of an extensive redevelopment of Exscite will be publicly revealed on Friday 5 July.

3 July 2024
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Time is running out for Six Extinctions

Only a few weeks remain to see this epic exhibition at Waikato Museum as 'Six Extinctions' closes on Sunday 21 July 2024.

24 June 2024
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Waikato Museum celebrates 50 years of Friendship

Open from 10 May, this new exhibition is curated to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Friends of Waikato Museum.

8 May 2024
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