The Kauri Museum

The award winning Kauri Museum tells the story of our pioneering settlers through the lens of the Kauri Industry. The museum specializes in the legacy of our Kauri Forests; specifically the strong durable timber and the highly prized Kauri Gum.

Experience the adventures of our pioneering settlers and appreciate the legacy of our kauri forests.

- Explore our interactive hands-on displays.

- Venture into our historic buildings and escape into the pages of our history books.

- Get to know the people behind the mannequins and the stories they have to share.

The Kauri Museum offers something for all ages. It is also a centre of excellence for kauri research with an extensive collections archive.

The Kauri Museum recounts the history and the legacy left behind by our ancient Kauri Forests (second in size only to the American redwood tree). In addition to preserving our past, the Museum has a role to play in conserving their future, collaborating to “Save our Forests”.