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| Adult | $10.00 |
Opened in December 2020 our new award building is a welcoming place to visit and learn about our rich history.
Learn about Stewart Island diverse fishing industry.
Sawmilling display in the new exhibition gallery.
Whaling was a key part in the early establishment of our Stewart Island community.
Shipping - ferries were essential to transport tourists and locals alike; planes too.
Stewart Island has a rich European, Maori and nautical history. Visitors will find a variety of interesting and thought provoking displays showing how early Stewart Islanders lived, the industries they were involved in and how they travelled.
Stewart Island has a rich European, Maori and nautical history. Visitors will find a variety of interesting and thought provoking displays showing how early Stewart Islanders lived, the industries they were involved in and how they travelled.
Opened in December 2020 our new award building is a welcoming place to visit and learn about our rich history.
Learn about Stewart Island diverse fishing industry.
Sawmilling display in the new exhibition gallery.
Whaling was a key part in the early establishment of our Stewart Island community.
Shipping - ferries were essential to transport tourists and locals alike; planes too.
| Adult | $10.00 |
Research charges apply
Can arrange other times for schools and special interest groups.
Rakiura Museum is located centrally within the main Oban township. Managed primarily by volunteers who naturally welcome the chance to talk with you about the history of this amazing region. On show are early Maori artifacts including a Maori cloak and various greenstone adzes.
A great display of early shipping and pioneer homeware shows how the early islanders lived and travelled. Whaling is also featured with tripots and whale skulls on display. An extremely large collection of shells is also a feature. Tour groups and school parties by arrangement.
Research can be undertaken (charges apply) for various history projects, family, whaling and shipping.
11 Main Road, New Zealand.
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