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What to expect
Puke Ariki is a combined museum and library that offers a range of exhibits and activities for visitors of all ages. The museum features three permanent galleries showcasing life in Taranaki, its unique geology, flora and fauna, and the museum’s Māori taonga. Two temporary galleries house a wide range of changing exhibitions. The library provides access to a great selection of adults’ and children’s fiction and non-fiction books, ebooks, DVDs, audiobooks, newspapers, and magazines. Puke Ariki also includes a research centre, a visitor information centre, and several community libraries. The site has a rich history, having been a significant Māori pā and later a military camp and government building. Today, it is a hub of knowledge and culture, offering something for everyone to enjoy
Plan your family visit to the Puke Ariki with these blog insights 👇
New Plymouth – April 15 to 20, 2023
Activities: We spent several hours at the Puke Ariki complex, which includes a museum, a library, a research center and a tourist reception center. The children received a bingo game to fill out as they visited
Highlights: The museum offers three permanent galleries presenting life in the region, from the first European settlers to our time, its unique geology, flora and fauna, as well as an exhibition on Maori art and culture. There were also several workshops dedicated to the children throughout the visit ✨