Tairāwhiti Museum is the major public institution for arts, culture and heritage activities for the Tairāwhiti region.

Our mission is to be a waharoa (gateway) and resource for our communities and to stimulate appreciation, understanding, enjoyment, and involvement in the arts, culture and heritage of Tairāwhiti.

Our primary activities include:

Delivering exhibitions, education programmes and events
Developing and providing care and access to Tairāwhiti’s arts and heritage collections.
Providing research services and supporting scholarship and research about the Tairāwhiti region.
Our vision is to make Tairawhiti a better place to live and to visit by contributing to the development of positive community identity, advancing community well-being and contributing to a sustainable local economy. Our activities extend beyond the walls of the museum across our region from Wairoa to Hicks Bay.

On Kelvin Park along the river, a 5 minute walk from town. Free parking. Exhibition Cafe is open Monday to Saturday, 10am - 3pm.