District Westland
Town Hokitika
A small museum that punches above its weight. Showcasing an incredible collection of artefacts and archival resources of the Karamea area, even their visitor book is a living piece of history!
Recreated 19th-century gold mining town operating as an open-air museum. Offering heritage train rides, gold panning & family-friendly heritage experiences.
Telling the stories of Westland, the wider West Coast and its people. The museum collection reflects the life of our communities in the extreme and inspiring place that is Te Tai Poutini-West Coast, New Zealand.
Dedicated to restoring and preserving the historical identity of Hokitika. Since its inception in 1988, the completed projects of Heritage Hokitika have drawn enthusiastic responses from locals and visitors alike.
