Top Things to do in Hamilton
9 Museums in Hamilton That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Hamilton, New Zealand including Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre, Inspirit Studio & Gallery, Waikato Museum, Classics Museum, Camera Museum at Snapshot, The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum, ArtsPost Galleries & Shop, Skinroom, Weasel Gallery.
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1. Matthew Cowley Pacific Church History Centre
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Inspirit Studio & Gallery
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5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By happytraveller010 - Waiheke Island, New Zealand
We had a lovely time at the gallery. My mum has visited previously and insisted I go back with her. Jenny was really friendly and welcoming. The gallery was a feast for the eyes and we spent well over an hour looking at everything. I could have happily bought many of the pieces. Would certainly recommend visiting if you're interested in any form of art and New Zealand culture.
3. Waikato Museum
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4.5 based on 364 reviews
Haere mai! Welcome to Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato. Perched above the mighty Waikato River, this world-class museum and art gallery is the artistic and cultural heart of the Waikato. Visit us to experience visual stories and guided activities that bring our art, history, culture and science to life through an inspirational programme that aims to challenge and inspire you. Open daily 10am-5pm.
Reviewed By D7543NEandread
We had an 18 month old we needed to entertain on a rainy day during a visit to Hamilton. A lot of the activities are for older children but the kids area kept him entertained for hours.
4. Classics Museum
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4.5 based on 276 reviews
Something Classic for the Whole Family! A classic car museum with something to cater for every member of the family. Come and have a look at the cars of yesteryear which are sure to bring back memories. We have over 60 cars on display and an extensive collection of petrol memorabilia - signs, tins, petrol pumps, pedal cars and vintage pin ball machines. Plenty of free parking onsite. We have a 1950's diner in the building too! The Jukebox Diner, serving American classics, modern fare, child friendly options and of course great coffee!
Reviewed By akmcbean - Cambridge, New Zealand
Drove past the Classic Car Museum for years thinking “we must go in”. Finally took kids during school holidays and what a lovely surprise it was. Beautifully presented and very clean. Full of history and interesting pieces even for the non-car enthusiast. 5 Kids aged 4-11 and all really enjoyed the experience. Diner had a lovely variety of a la-carte and cabinet meals. Good selection and prices for kids food. Play area for little ones and a cool car for the older kids to sit and play in. Well done Classics Museum.
5. Camera Museum at Snapshot
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Camera enthusiasts are invited to visit this boutique camera museum inside Snapshot. Pride of place is a collection of Kodak cameras spanning a period of 110 years. The Museum is open to the public at no charge during store opening hours - unless the room is in use for another purpose. Please call us if you are making a special trip to visit the museum.
6. The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum
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4.0 based on 39 reviews
Open every day from 10am - 5pm. The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum is a unique art-in-nature experience with more than 100 sculptures along the 2km long nature trail. The park is set in a former quarry that has been transformed into a 17.5 hectare arboretum with more than 20,000 trees. We provide families with a range of ideas to make the most of their visit. This art-in-nature experience aims to inspire imaginations, nourish inquisitive minds, and provide for creative learning in an accessible wilderness environment.
Reviewed By Suffolk69 - Sudbury, United Kingdom
We visited on our second visit to Hamilton as it fell on a Sunday. The park and arboretum is open on Sundays and bank holidays and features 100 pieces of very varying sculpture in terms of size and materials and placed among the beautifully set out arboreal pathways (more than 20,000 trees and shrubs) and around small ponds and lakes in a disused quarry. This is a family owned collection and is in my view an act of generosity on their part to the public and a real privilege to visit. There is a wealth of bird life to be seen and heard throughout the walk and the views of the surrounding countryside are lovely. In case you hadn't realised I absolutely loved it.
7. ArtsPost Galleries & Shop
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4.0 based on 72 reviews
Hamilton's historic Post Office building is home to ArtsPost Galleries & Shop, part of the Waikato Museum complex. Three galleries feature new exhibitions from New Zealand artists which change every 5-6 weeks. Wander the galleries or treat yourself to some retail therapy in ArtsPost's shop. ArtsPost exclusively features New Zealand art and design. Open daily 10am-5pm.
Reviewed By 132annette - Hamilton, New Zealand
There is a new exhibition every month in the art gallery, many are interesting and all the art is for sale. The shop has a very diverse collection of mainly Waikato and all New Zealand made art.
8. Skinroom
Skinroom is an independent artist-run space in Frankton, Hamilton, founded in 2015 by Eliza Webster & Geoff Clarke. Skinroom was founded as a space for emerging and established contemporary artists to show their artwork in a public setting, while maintaining the freedom to experiment and expand their practice without limits.
9. Weasel Gallery
Founded in February 2018, Weasel Gallery is Hamilton's only contemporary dealer gallery. Weasel Gallery offers twelve exhibitions per year featuring New Zealand and Australian artists who are from emerging through to established in their careers. Weasel Gallery exhibits diverse, engaging and dynamic art in the form of painting, photography and sculpture.
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