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Collection Caretakers
28 October 2022 - 11 February 2024
We are home to over 30,000 taonga, and their wellbeing is one of the Museum's core responsibilities. More
Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award
15 September 2023 - 25 February 2024
Compelling portraits by emerging Maaori artists in celebration of their tuupuna (ancestors). More
Toi Koru: Sandy Adsett
29 September 2023 - 10 March 2024
The first major survey exhibition of paintings by Dr Sandy Adsett, the Maaori master of colour and koowhaiwhai. More
In the Swim
3 November 2023 - 28 April 2024
Bombs, reverse dives, laps before school or a poolside flex – dive into the history of outdoor swimming in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. More
Wharenui Harikoa
1 December 2023 - 17 March 2024
The most vibrant and colourful wharenui you will ever see! Created by husband-and-wife duo Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole. More
Decades Charted: A window into the Chartwell Collection
23 February - 21 July 2024
A bold exhibition of Aotearoa New Zealand contemporary art, in celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the Chartwell Collection. More
Te Pani, Te Pouaru, Te Rawakore: Nurturing Generations through Poukai
1 March - 21 July 2024
Filled with colour photographs, this exhibition showcases the ongoing tradition of Poukai, an important element of Te Kiingitanga, the Maaori King movement. More
Six Extinctions
12 April - 21 July 2024
Tickets on sale now! Get face to face with top predators of the past and learn about our planet's mass extinction events. More
Art and Wonder: Gifts from the Friends of Waikato Museum
10 May - 21 July 2024
A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Friends of Waikato Museum. More
Whaanau Fun activity sheet
21 July 2024
Explore Waikato Museum by searching for specific items to complete an activity sheet. More
Te Winika exhibition
21 July 2024
The majestic Te Winika is a carved waka taua (Maaori war canoe) was gifted by Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu in 1973.
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Shaping Hamilton - Huringa Kirikiriroa
21 July 2024
Explore the history of our city alongside Ngaati Wairere taonga, historical artefacts, art, and even an infamous street sign.
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