Rakiura Museum
A visit to Stewart Island isn't complete without a browse through the Rakiura Museum. Established and run by volunteers, the museum houses an extensive collection of items and photographs of Stewart Island's early history, including Maori settlement; muttonbirding; whaling; fishing; timber milling; mining; boat building; transport; schools and churches. Included in the exhibits is an extensive collection of Stewart Island shells and crustacea.
Collection Type
History, Maritime, Taonga Maori, Technology, Transport
Contact Details
 | PO Box 114 Halfmoon Bay Stewart Island 9846 |
 | 03 219 1221 |
 | stewartislandmuseum@southlanddc.govt.nz |
Visitor Information
 | Ayr Street Halfmoon Bay Stewart Island, New Zealand |
 | Oct - May; Monday-Saturday, 10am-1.30pm Sunday, 12-2pm June - Sept; Monday-Friday 10am-Noon Saturday 10.00am - 1.30pm Sunday, 12-2pm |
 | Adult $2 Child 50c School groups by donation |
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