Current exhibitions
Thanks From Iso: Art and stories from managed isolation
12 November 2021 - 29 May 2022
A chance to pause and reflect on the sad, funny and emotional stories from New Zealand’s managed isolation system through this unique exhibition.
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A Selection of Artworks from the Barry Hopkins Art Trust Collection
18 December 2021 - 31 July 2022
Showcasing the long-time art collector’s love of Aotearoa New Zealand art, from abstraction to allegory.
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Scrimshaw: scratching the surface
19 February - 17 July 2022
Scrimshaw is an everyday art born from the most extraordinary of circumstances. More
Our Moon: Then, Now & Beyond
19 March - 12 June 2022
Explore the moon’s past, present and future! This hands-on exhibition is an out-of-this-world experience.
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Star Gossage: He Tangata The People
30 April - 17 July 2022
The first major survey of works by Aotearoa New Zealand painter Star Gossage. More
Katohia He Wai Moou, Katohia He Wai Mooku: Waikato River works by Fred Graham
25 May - 31 December 2022
This exhibition brings together the powerful sculptures of world-renowned Tainui artist Fred Graham ONZM. More
Te Winika exhibition
The majestic Te Winika, a 200-year-old carved waka taua (Maaori war canoe) was gifted to Waikato Museum by Te Arikinui Dame Te Atairangikaahu in 1973.
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Inventors and Innovations: Waikato Bright Sparks
This exhibition is currently closed for maintenance. More
Shaping Hamilton Huringa Kirikiriroa
Maps, historical artefacts, art, photographs and installations tell the story of the changing demographic and geographic shape of Hamilton.
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The Exhibition Creator
Create your own exhibition online using images of items from the Museum’s collection. It's on now, online. More