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Chris Thompson

04:22 20 Jan 19

The Tairãhiti Museum is worth taking the time to absorb what is on show, many displayed items that are of great historical information. Don't miss the boat at the bottom of the stairs. The fit will enjoy climbing up to the top deck.

Lee-Ora Lusis

08:56 13 Jan 19

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. For a small museum it had alot to offer. Both from a gallery point of view as well as its local history. The C company exhibit (in a separate building) was excellent. Un fortunately we had arrived 15 mins before closing time...it is a wonderful memorial for those brave men. The Wyllie Cottage was also very interesting.

luke oldfield

09:33 06 Jan 19

Excellent C company display (Maori batallion) adjoins the museum, which is free. Museum itself is a great place to visit, excellent and timely displays on the history of Aotearoa / NZ.Only major drag was an internal sliding door toward the back which screeched on opening, it just lowered the mood of the place, just remove the bloody thing!Otherwise, Ka pai.

Peter Cowley

04:52 06 Jan 19

I visited Wylie cottage and it was a fascinating glimpse of early Gisborne history. A video presentation and various informative displays kept me there for over an hour and it really needed another hour to do it justice.I will go back another time to see what i missed as there was so much i didn't know.

Evelyn Fickling

05:20 05 Jan 19

Interesting historical details of the area. Well presented.

Luca van Gorkom

05:37 16 Dec 18

Plenty of information and interesting things. Lots of hidden exhibits though, worth checking out, but hard to find down hidden passages. They need more signage! Also a pity they only open for 2.5 hours on sunday after 1:30. All other times they're open from 10 until 4.

Gaelene Burton

00:39 13 Dec 18

A great museum loads of memories, very relaxing, and lovely food in the restaurant

Louise Sutherland

02:23 25 Nov 18

Good art work and some of the historical things! Like the little house outside most of all!

Lisa Settle

06:28 08 Nov 18

Larger than I thought. The mock-up of the ship stern was incredible! Many other Maori exhibits we're well done and beautiful. Definitely takes a few hours, at least.

Michelle A

00:52 02 Nov 18

Fabulous museum and art gallery. Free for residents and $5 for visitors. Changing exhibitions and greatocal historical items. Loved the inclusion of local artists mad ideas. A must see if visiting Gisborne.

Karrie Roberts

02:16 09 Oct 18

Outstanding! Nice local touch. Very reasonable price.

Glennis Rickard

13:42 05 Oct 18

Wonderful place staff so helpful and pleasant 😀

Jason Borell

01:16 27 Sep 18

A great place to visit & see the many who sacrificed their lives for king & country..

Noeline Proffit

02:49 20 Sep 18

Amazing asset for Gisborne. Fabulous exhibitions. Great customer care. Many thanks to all concerned

Daniel Diack

16:03 16 Jul 18

Great little museum with a few great surprises.....loved the surfing tribute ...steam boat ....and lots of Maori history ....great afternoon with the kids

Peter Harris

18:57 03 Jul 18

Small but good. Nice Gallery and shop attached.

John Skinner

00:33 05 Jun 18

Very well laid out museum. No lack of information

Helen Costello

01:56 03 May 18

Fascinating exhibitions. Well run children's school holiday workshops

Charlotte Lemay

08:33 28 Apr 18

Bigger museum than I expected. You get a lot for your money (5$ for visitor).There is a good exposition about the Maori story, one about Da Vinci, some modern art and a boat.Well located, beautiful view of the river.

Clarke Redshaw

20:22 23 Apr 18

Much better than you may expect from a 'smaller' museum. Excellent content and the Da Vinci section is a must see

Karen Cheer

08:34 27 Mar 18

An excellent place to learn about the area. Well presented displays. Loved that the daVinci exhibit was there too

Survey Gisborne Limited

08:18 17 Mar 18

A must place to visit and spend time. Nice cafe too.

Renee Miller

21:56 14 Mar 18

Nice museum about the region. Definitely a good dose of culture for an afternoon in Gisborne.

Winston Seah

10:04 04 Feb 18

On the whole it's ok but historical showcase was rather shallow instead beautiful art & craft were displayed for sale.

Paul Kaua

03:09 25 Jan 18

Pleasing visit and excellent customer service particularly by Mrs Taipana who was fantastic when relating to the history of the area

  I took 4 of my children aged 7, 10, 13 and 14 to the museum and I have to say I was somewhat underwhelmed. It cost $5 per person (under 12 free) so was $15 for our group. There is a gorgeous historic cottage outside...More

Louise M
1/07/2018

  We drove to the Tairawhiti Museum around noon and had a fairly good lunch in the café before going into see the exhibits. There was a special Leornardo Da Vinci exhibit on loan from Florence. Also there were lots of Maori artifacts and the bridge...More

DarylJ552
5/24/2018

  Hours of browsing and wondering. Free to locals. Great cafe / small souvenir shopping for overseas visitors too

KapitiTraveller
6/03/2018

  This is a fairly standard local museum. As others have said. It has all the local historical artefacts that you could need. Lots of local history and art. It’s quite educational. Currently there is the Da Vinci exhibition which is fairly cool.

SilicoJack
4/01/2018

  Don't be put of by the outside. This museum and gallery is amazing. Only $5 for an adult. The art work is for sale and not overly expensive. Lovely cafe inside as well.

Elle_knz
1/17/2018

  Spent a hour or so on Saturday morning after the farmers market wandering through the museum. Had really good local history, as well as some great local artists. Highlight for me was the Star of Canada ship that stands proudly over the waters edge. You...More

KeithB3196
1/14/2019

  For non locals at $5 per person, this is a bargain. The exhibitions are informative without being too large as in some metropolitan museums. Whilst there was the expected history of pre European (Maori) settlement through to the settlement of Europeans and subsequent name change...More

Kiwiseley
12/10/2018

  Gisbornes museum is a great place to visit. It has a cafe serving great coffee and baking. It has a gift shop selling a nice selection of boojs, jewelery and art.

Peter M
4/25/2016

  This is a nice little museum, there is several buildings in this museum. The first is a war memorial for all the Kiwis that served their country, very nice. The main museum has history of the area, then an art gallery also on the bottom...More

gjsamson
6/02/2018

  The staff were friendly and really helpful. The layout was a little strange but fun. The Display were amazing

cliftonpcra
3/22/2018

  This place was recommended by family who live locally. Really glad we took the time to have a look at it. Covers the history of the local area including the Maori people. Also encompasses an art gallery showcasing local artists.

fremantlewa
7/02/2018

  A nice overview to the area if you're interested in local history. There are some lovely pieces of art to view, along with some nice local historical stories. A small interactive area for children.

W3sty3
2/02/2018

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