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Waipu Museum

98 Reviews

#1 of 9 things to do in Waipu

Museums, Speciality Museums

Open Now: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

36 The Centre, Waipu 0510, New Zealand

Open today: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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“You will not think to go here, but you should”

Usually stuff on the web is hyperbole, but this really is a great small museum. If you are at all... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

11douglast

Los Altos, California

“A must”

If you are in Waipu, this is a must. It explains why the settlers family are so passionate about... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Bubbleteaqueen

Levin, New Zealand

via mobile

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11douglast

Los Altos, California

831340

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

You will not think to go here, but you should

Usually stuff on the web is hyperbole, but this really is a great small museum. If you are at all interested in migration patterns and how New Zealand became the way it is, this is a must. We actually spent 1 1/2 hours because we...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank 11douglast

Bubbleteaqueen

Levin, New Zealand

377

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

A must

If you are in Waipu, this is a must. It explains why the settlers family are so passionate about this wee paradise.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Bubbleteaqueen

santo-trainsspotter7

Auckland, New Zealand

1311362

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The history of Norman McLeod

The museum is literally the history of the big man, Norman McLeod, a Presbyterian Minister from Scotland, and all of his follower’s stories in Waipu, NZ. Coming from Scotland, firstly migrated to Pictou, at Nova Scotia, Canada, and then because of hardship in this place,...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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scotp393

Maleny, Australia

4740

Reviewed 1 December 2018 via mobile

A slice of history

What a great way to spend a morning. Take the time to visit the museum and spend the time to read and soak up the history. If you have any Scottish blood at all you will find this fantastic. Even without the Scottish heritage you...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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DearyDeary123

Reviewed 21 November 2018

Awesome

Sharing and becoming a part of the Waipu Heritage learning about Waipu thru many interesting items and knowledge the museum provides.

Date of experience: November 2018

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mrlogboy

Sandy, Oregon

26293

Reviewed 15 October 2018

There can only be One...

This was in a Three way tie for our vacation as i am a Macleod clan member and have been to the Castle in the north of Scotland, and grew up in the Maritimes and relatives are from Pictou, NS it was so interesting to...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Steve L

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

343

Reviewed 17 July 2018

Well presented small museum

Small museum, but well researched and presented. Exhibits focus on the Scottish emigrants and their influence on the area. Brings to life a group of families who made this part of New Zealand home, and left their legacy.

Date of experience: June 2018

Thank Steve L

StridentTechnology

Auckland, New Zealand

Reviewed 16 June 2018 via mobile

Interesting

A lot about Norman McLeod did not know who he was before visiting but do now. Find out for your self you will be amazed

Date of experience: June 2018

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Bruce_M94

Dunedin, New Zealand

451125

Reviewed 5 June 2018 via mobile

Good history

We spent an hour here looking around. Really directed to those who are descended from the first settlers but lot of information about that period of settlement of new Zealand.

Date of experience: June 2018

1 Thank Bruce_M94

Gate83

Tolland, Connecticut

6416

Reviewed 18 April 2018

A historical gem!

Definitely take the time to understand the Scottish connection and history of Waipu. It is a small but informative place with knowledgeable docents and a delightful gift shop. We love this museum!!!

Date of experience: February 2018

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happygoingplaces

We are coming 14/2/15. Are there set tour times, and how much is an adult ticket? Thanks, Karen

2 February 2015|

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When we visited there was no admission charge, however you can make a donation. You are free to just walk around and look at everything, it is a fairly small place but loaded with history of the area.