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Finding fun during the school holidays has never been easier thanks to a collaborative activity guide produced by three of Hamilton’s best-loved visitor destinations.

Hamilton City Council no longer requires Waikato Museum visitors to wear a mask, following the Government’s decision to retire the COVID-19 protection framework.

Waikato Museum is proud to be taking part in Welcome Week 2022 to collaborate with, and celebrate new migrant and refugees to the city.

A multimedia exhibition showcasing the dreams, the talents and often the loneliness of people with intellectual disabilities opens on Saturday 13 August.

Multimedia artist Emma Hercus has won the prestigious National Contemporary Art Award 2022 for a “majestically layered” artwork.

Thanks to support from Trust Waikato, a series of spectacular paintings by one of New Zealand’s leading Maaori artists has been acquired by Waikato Museum.

Opening on Saturday 9 July, Toi is Rongoaa is a large-scale exhibition which showcases deeply personal new work from fourteen contemporary Maaori artists.

This year's judge Reuben Paterson has selected 34 artists as the finalists for NCAA 2022.

Toured by Waikato Museum, "Te Aho Tapu Hou: The new sacred thread" showcases distinctive garments created by Maaori designer and fashion activist Jeanine Clarkin.

Discover the inspiration behind the 'retro lounge' within the exhibition Our Moon: Then, Now & Beyond.

A powerful exhibition bringing together the sculptures of world-renowned Tainui artist Fred Graham ONZM is now open at Waikato Museum.

Star Gossage: He Tangata The People opens this weekend with a public talk within the gallery.