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I wasn’t expecting such an interesting dive into science in the when we waked in I immediately notice an awesome scientific discovery gift shop 🦖 🧫 💫 Our wonder was shortly followed by a full blown working Tesla Coil! but we had to wait to the end of the tour to see that working* The factory tour opens up to a wonderful mixture of science and pop culture. Everything felt interactive. From some of the century old still working arcade games, vintage technology and communication devices. I even had a wee play on the reed organ 🎶 🎹 😁 Our guide, Sharon showed us to the unique diesel generator at the back of the room that kept the lights on for Napier during the 1930’s tragic earthquake that practically destroyed the town. What’s sad is that the building the museum is housed in needs work to stay open and she’s hoping council will step in and save the museum. Come on Napier City Council, it’s an amazing educational facility for visiting schools 🏫 🙏 The last part of the tour was epic! Seeing a working Tesla Coil made my hair stand on end ⚡️ Huge thanks to Sharon and all of the volunteers who keep the museum going. 100% recommend. Science 👨🔬
Matt SmithMatt Smith
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This working exhibit museum of yesteryear technologies is a credit to Napier City - outside MOTAT in Auckland and Tawhiti in Hawera there is really nothing like this in the North Island that I know of for families - it fills a gap that I think TePapa in Wellington seems to have lost in its quest to fill a more sophisticated interactive & exhibition market or the Musuem of Wellington (formally known as the Maritime Museum) where a few yesteryear exhibits are displayed. Entry price pretty reasonable and parking on surrounding streets fairly good. A few exhibits found to be broken and in need of repair. Piano upstairs a big hit with the family as were the various working pumps, morse key set etc. A 2 hour visit to comfortably get around all the exhibits. Would be good to have a section developed into a yesteryear movie room to showcase Napier over the years - am sure there is some excellent footage that can be run from time to time. Overall a big thumbs up for a great 2 hour outing with the family whilst in Napier.
Roger MacDonaldRoger MacDonald
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Highly recommended! A great treat for the family. This is a HANDS ON museum which makes it pure joy for kids of all ages. This is small but the staff engagement and ability to touch things makes it the best old fashioned musseum I've seen in New Zealand, far better than the similar old fashion area at Auckland 's MOTAT. It is very economic for a family of 5 and you could easily spend half a day here. My 3 children are aged 6 to 11 and all loved it (this rarely happens as there is always 1 that disagrees). They had a tesla coil, the tardis, engines, old vehicles (that you can sit on), old wood work tools, musical instruments, old communication boards, traffic light systems, old shops, toys, and so much more. A must see for the family in napier!
Ammie CurrieAmmie Currie
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The Faraday Museum of Technology is interesting for those interested in the development of technology. It has an interesting set of historic gadgets, machinery, and scientific instruments that show how different it was to get things done in the past. The world of interesting technology used in the past could be explored, and find out how these inventions shape the modern world. The Tesla coil is one of the highlights of the museum, which is displayed in such a manner that one can get up close and even hear its powerful electrical discharges. It's an engaging experience that combines history, science, and technology all in one place.
Beryl LiaoBeryl Liao
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Wow what a great place to take children but also enjoyable for adults. A hands on museum where you can explore and step back in time. We especially enjoyed the old telephones because you could ring each other. The static electricity display was very thrilling. We just happened to get a big electrical storm in Napier when we got home so the children could relate to the electrical strikes from there experience at the Faraday Centre. The Infinity mirrors were fun. Loads of old style technology to experience. Very well displayed and information provided. Child entry only $4. Great value.
jill jaquesjill jaques
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What a brilliant place! So wonderful to have such a hands on museum. Some wonderful examples of technology and things that would have been a revelation in their time. Make sure you are there for the Tesla Coil talk and the cranking up of the Fullagar Engine that supplied additional power to Napier immediately after the earthquake. There's a great deal of information and many artifacts, all displayed in an easy to soak in way. As an adult, to be able to do hands on exploring was such an enjoyable experience. If you are Napier, don't miss out!
Catherine WelshCatherine Welsh
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2B Faraday Street, Napier South, Napier 4110, New Zealand
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faradaymuseum.co.nz
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attractions: Napier Urban Farmer's Market, Deli Roasts Napier, Hot Spring Spas Hawkes Bay, Merchant 1948 Napier, restaurants: The Station Bar and Bistro, McDonald's Napier, BurgerFuel Napier, Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe, Trattoria alla Toscana, Central Fire Station Bistro, Bollywood Napier, SAI Thai Eatery, Raffles St Café, Burger King Napier
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