MTG Hawke's Bay — Attraction in Napier

Great staff, love the artifacts and of course the knowledge and facts that you learn are priceless. The Napier Earthquake exhibition on the Basement floor is made more personal when you hear, see and read the personal accounts of Napier/Hawkes Bay Residents and how as a United Community throughout the Regions - overcame tragedy to rise and triumph adversity. The Kahungungu Maori Exhibition highlights past/future Maori Talent and Kaumatua/Artefacts within our turangawaewae , and even though I'm Whanau affiliated with my ancestors on the touch screen - I was still educated in history about them. Nice touch with the personal message korowai too! Diwali Exhibition is Amazing!! Must see. I Highly recommend the MTG for a Family outing, the Drop Zone is kiddie friendly full of activities for interaction between Adults & Children, Group tours and...

A Fascinating Dive into Napier’s History!

While on a day trip to Napier, my husband and I stopped into MTG Hawke’s Bay to learn more about what makes this city’s architecture so uniquely Art Deco. What we discovered was a fascinating and deeply moving history, all tied to the devastating earthquake of 1931 that reshaped Napier into the city it is today.

We were directed downstairs to the earthquake exhibition. The exhibition was incredibly well-documented, offering an in-depth look at how the disaster unfolded and how the resilient people of Napier rebuilt their city with the striking Art Deco style that now defines it.

A must-visit for anyone wanting to truly understand Napier’s past and its architectural charm. Well...

MTG Hawke's Bay is a great place to learn about the art and culture of the Hawke's Bay region and beyond. The museum houses a diverse collection of art, including Māori treasures, contemporary works, and historical artifacts from Napier's Earthquake. The Māori collection is particularly impressive, featuring intricate carvings, textiles, and weapons. The museum also has a dedicated Māori gallery, which provides visitors with a deeper understanding of Māori culture and history. Overall, MTG Hawke's Bay is a well-curated and informative museum, however the ladies working there were surprisingly very unkind, which sadly downgraded...