REAL NEW ZEALAND HERITAGE AT ITS BEST
Nestled in the picturesque west coast village of Matakohe, Northland, The Kauri Museum is one of New Zealand’s most amazing theme museums. Approximately 90,000 people visit our internationally acclaimed Northland heritage museum every year. Open 9.00am to 5.00pm daily (closed Christmas Day).
As one of the best places to visit in Northland, The Kauri Museum is the perfect insight into Northland’s pioneer past. Visit our heritage museum en route to the ancient kauri trees in the Waipoua Forest.
The award winning The Kauri Museum, Matakohe tells the fascinating story of the pioneering days through the use of kauri timber and kauri gum. Explore the many exceptional displays and galleries inside the museum, from our magnificent collection of antique kauri furniture and the largest collection of kauri gum in the world, to restored machinery, including NZ’s earliest tractor, a 1929 Cat 60, and a turning steam sawmill. As one of Northland’s best attractions, you will be able to view a two storey life-sized replica Boarding House, a Pioneer School and the historic Matakohe Post Office with a fantastic collection of telephones.
Browse the Kauri Museum Souvenir Shop during your visit, and choose from the best selection of kauri products in New Zealand. Or Browse our Online Shop, we have a great range of unique kauri products perfect for gifts.
The Kauri Museum enjoys strong community support, with volunteers assisting from working in the shop, to maintaining the machinery in the displays. Click here to find out more about becoming a volunteer at The Kauri Museum, Matakohe.
THE LATEST FROM THE KAURI MUSEUM
Dr Jonathan Palmer - Scientist in Residence
The Kauri Museum recently announced the arrival of Dendrochronologist Dr Jonathan Palmer.
Read more in our News and Press Releases page.
2010/2011 Grand Pacific Tours Supplier of the year
The Kauri Museum won the award of "Favourite North Island Attraction".
Download the press release to see all winners.
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The film, The Heart and Soul of a Nation is
about the hope or future of the Kauri.
What the film depicts is that The Kauri Forests
need serious help in the effort of conservation.
This complex issue is explained well in the
film and the historic narrative highlights
the need for serious conservation in the future.
Dr Jonathan Palmer
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Stunning Kauri Gum Collection
The Kauri Museum is home to the largest collection of kauri gum in the world! More... |
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Our Northland Location
- 1.5hr drive from Auckland
- 1hr drive from Whangarei
- 1.5hr drive from the Waipoua Forest
- Just 20 minutes from the SH12 turn-off at Brynderwyn
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Favourite North Island Attraction
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