Places tagged with "History"
Aotea Utanganui Museum of South Taranaki is a purpose-built museum that embodies the spirit and energy of the South Taranaki region.
Margaret's painting reflect living in Taranaki between the mountain and the sea. Her studio has a large range of originals, prints ,books and cards.
The Central Taranaki Safe Community Trust (CTSCT) was established in 2009 following the success of the Home Safety Project which saw thousands of smoke alarms installed in Central Taranaki homes. Since 2009, CTSCT have been working on: Central Tar...
Explore the art galleries, museums, and open studios of Taranaki, Whanganui and Manawatū. The Coastal Arts Trail follows a pulse of creativity running through these three regions, and gives you insight into the lives and inspirations of the artists and creatives living here.
A world leader with local operation in the rural heartland of Stratford, Dairymaster develops high performing dairy equipment for farmers. Their innovative solutions are aimed at making dairy farming more profitable by reducing long-term costs and...
Fenton Street Arts Collective is GIN, ART and ESPRESSO.
Upcycled, Preloved, Reloved, Retro, Antique & Pallet Wood Furniture & Homewares
For Fossils Sake is a small family business, led by avid, self-taught Paleontologist, fossil collector and preparer, Karl Raubenheimer. Our hope is that For Fossils Sake inspires you to cherish and explore the natural world with curiosity and wonder.
Viv Davy draws on her lifelong experience in the textile and fibre arts world to bring an exciting range of artists specialising in these field into the gallery as exhibitors. Many of them take tim...
The Fun Ho! Toy Museum displays all Fun Ho! toy models. Fun-Ho! Toys made on site regularly. If the toy-maker is in-house, you are welcome to watch him in action. If the furnace is fired up, you are welcome to watch him make the toy of the day.
Pātea's community art gallery features exhibitions by local and national artists.
You will be guided by qualified goldsmiths through the whole process of creating your own rings for each other. A very personal gift idea and experience that will have you work in a traditional goldsmith studio.
60min goldsmith demonstration and studio tour. Min of 2 people, max of 12. $40ea
Gover St Gallery is an independent, not-for-profit community art gallery showcasing artwork by over 120 artists under one roof.
Striking destination for contemporary art & experimental film in a towering, modern space. A culturally significant institution dedicated to filmmaker and kinetic sculptor Len Lye, as well as contemporary exhibitions.
The Govett-Brewster Art Gallery is New Zealand's contemporary art museum and the home to artist Len Lye's multi-media art work. The public art museum offers free access to contemporary ideas from Aotearoa New Zealand and the world.
A 10-minute drive from New Plymouth is a stunning purpose-built facility for the display of a private collection of Australian Holden cars and memorabilia.
Janes Gallery offers you over 30 years of street appeal with a large selection of Taranaki scenery by local artists.
This extensive collection of Elvis memorabilia is regarded as one of the largest in Australasia and has been lovingly collected by ‘KD’ Wasley over a lifetime.
Kina NZ Design + Art Space is passionate about New Zealand creativity and supports NZ-made art and design.
Located in New Plymouth, this contemporary design store and art gallery features glass art, ceramics, jewellery, sculpture, prints, paintings, and homewares.
Te Koru Pa is regarded as one of the most important pa in the Taranaki region and is believed to date to 1500 AD
A contemporary art gallery and garden featuring New Zealand and local artists.
A community art gallery is situated inside the Te Ramanui o Ruapūtahanga building in Hāwera, presenting curated exhibitions that change monthly.
Maketawa Museum is a collection of 2-cylinder John Deere tractors from 1935 to 1959.
Te Ātiawa, Ngāti Ruanui, Ngāti Maniapoto, Tauranga Moana Tribes
Mark Bellringer Artist - Painting and photography AND The Bank Eltham - Design store
MB Landscape & Design is based in Stratford and backed by 15+ years of experience. Fully qualified, we provide a complete range of services including hard landscaping, soft landscaping, tailored design, and ongoing maintenance. Whether it’s buildi...
We offer a full range of on-farm services. Hay and silage baling, maize silage, fine chop and Loader wagon pit silage, cultivation and pasture renovation, fodder beet planting, liquid fertiliser application, hedge mulching and effluent pond cleani...
Test your golf skills on our Mini putt Golf course based on the layout of the famous Mount Panorama track at Bathurst.
Mōkau Museum was formed by the Tainui Historical Society more than two decades ago to record and preserve the rich history of northern Taranaki.
I am a self taught artist working mainly in acrylics on canvas.
The award-winning Percy Thomson Gallery is named after the former Stratford mayor, lawyer and farmer who left a significant bequest in his will to be used towards the establishment of a public art gallery.
Puke Ariki is a multi-award winning museum, library, and information centre that combines learning, knowledge, resources, and heritage objects for a unique visitor experience.
Our light-filled Studio Apartments pair hotel convenience with home comforts: plush King bed, kitchenette, Smart TV and free WIFI. Ideal for solo travellers or couples. Three units are fully mobility-friendly for accessible stays too.
Two Bedroom Apartments connect a Studio and One-Bedroom suite, creating room for five: three Smart TVs, two full bathrooms, two equipped kitchens, private laundry, free WIFI and separate living zones - ideal for families or business teams.
Showcasing established and emerging creative talents, Quirky Fox invites both local and international artists to be part of its carefully curated range.
RESIDENT GALLERY, is the recent response of a Nomadic Artist [milarky] adapting to a societal shift in the inability to effectively hold nomadism as the fundamental aspect of a practice.
Rotokare Scenic Reserve is a stunning, nationally significant 230 ha fenced sanctuary located 10 km east of Eltham. The 8.2 km predator-proof fence was erected in 2004 and acts as a barrier to pests immigrating from surrounding farmland. The reser...
Gallery and Retro Business
Stott & Co Tree Experts are a boutique arborist business servicing Stratford, Hawera, New Plymouth, Waitara and in between. We pride ourselves on our customer service, leaving our clients sites cleaner than they were when we arrived and our except...
Stratford Community House provides a place from which primarily social services, can be delivered to residents of Central Taranaki district. It also offers office and meeting space for casual use by individuals or small groups. It represents a sh...
Companion driving service and taxi service for Stratford and surrounding districts.
TATATM preserves Taranaki’s past for the enjoyment of future generations.
The Historic Kings Theatre has been a part of the Stratford Community for more than 100 years. It is a versatile Theatre and Cinema with the capability of seating 320 patrons. The Theatre is available for hire by arrangement, for Special screening...
THE JEWEL AND THE JEWELLER is a New Plymouth-based, public facing contemporary jewellery workshop which sells stunning works crafted by 26 of the most exciting makers in Aotearoa.
The game of lawn bowls is enjoyed by thousands throughout the country but surprisingly this is the only registered museum in the world dedicated to the game.
An iconic natural amphitheater situated in Pukekura Park, bordered by a picturesque lake. It hosts major international acts and the annual WOMAD festival.
The TSB Showplace in New Plymouth, Taranaki, is the region’s main theatre and conference venue. The main venues at the TSB Showplace are – TSB Theatre (formerly the New Plymouth Opera House), Theatre Royal, Bryan Robb Lounge and the Alexandra Room.
Tantrum studio is a home-based studio of Manaia artist, Krismarlianti. Kris uses acrylic, oil, and charcoal on canvas to express her feeling and thoughts.
New Zealand's oldest stone church, Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary's is currently closed for earthquake strengthening, but still offers a very photogenic facade.
In the small town of Manaia is a museum that brings you face to face with the country music legends of our time.
Step back in time and walk in the footsteps of our pioneers from the 1850s to the 1950s. Experience their daily hardships and discover how their resilience shaped the way we live today.
Widely regarded as the best private museum in NZ, Tawhiti Museum features thousands of life-size models and scale figures to tell Taranaki’s history. Attractions include Traders & Whalers, Tawhiti Bush Railway, Farmpower Hall & Mr Badger’s Cafe.
Te Whare Hononga, meaning "The House That Binds," is a creative partnership between Ngati Te Whiti hapū and Taranaki Cathedral Church of St Mary, focusing on justice and reconciliation.
We are a local charity based in Stratford called Team HOPE (HOPE standing for – Helping Our People Endure). Team HOPE came about from a group of friends who originally wanted to do something to help a local girl who has on-going medical illness. O...
The Art Loft is a gallery and studio shared by a collective of artists.
The Brown Bach Studio is the home based studio of Opunake artist-designer Claire Jensen.
Philippa, Anna and The Collaboration Village are bringing you Aotearoa’s best small businesses, designers and art exhibitions to one space in New Plymouth’s CBD.
Within the historic Gables Colonial Hospital is the North Taranaki Art Society Gallery.
The Historic Cape Light and Museum features a replica lighthouse housing the 1850s Fresnil Prismatic Light that powered the Cape Egmont Light until 1999.
The Village Gallery is a vibrant and busy community art gallery, which is entirely run by volunteers.
We are a single point of contact for Taranaki trusts, clubs, societies & community organisations to help them grow stronger & become sustainable. In other words we are all about helping good people do good things better. We provide opportunities t...
The White Sail Gallery is owned and run by local artist Jill White.
Vicarage Pottery is a potters collective located in the historic Te Henui Vicarage building.
