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Te Hikoi Museum — Attraction in Oraka Aparima Community

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Te Hikoi Museum
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The Crib Cafe
135 Palmerston Street, Riverton / Aparima 9822, New Zealand
Aparima Restaurant and Bar
17 Orepuki-Riverton Highway, Riverton / Aparima 9822, New Zealand
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La Riviera Guesthouse
136 Palmerston Street, Riverton / Aparima 9822, New Zealand
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57 Princess Street, Riverton / Aparima 9822, New Zealand
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Te Hikoi Museum
New ZealandSouthlandOraka Aparima CommunityTe Hikoi Museum

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Te Hikoi Museum

172 Palmerston Street, Riverton / Aparima 9822, New Zealand
4.6(173)
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Cultural
Family friendly
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attractions: , restaurants: The Crib Cafe, Aparima Restaurant and Bar
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Phone
+64 3 234 8260
Website
tehikoi.co.nz
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Thu10 AM - 4 PMClosed

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Hamish PringleHamish Pringle
We were prompted to visit this Museum and Visitor Information Centre by a review which raved about their 15 minute film. We enjoyed it, but not at an 8.6 on IMDb level*! However Oscar-winning isn’t this short movie’s objective. Rather it’s to provide a succinct and easy to absorb overview of the early local history. Then when you view the many individual exhibits they’re that much more meaningful. The welcome we received from Brent and the information he provided were excellent - ask him for anecdotes about Hillary if he’s there when you are! So it’s well worth the modest ticket price of NZ$9 per adult. This includes entry and introduction movie. $5 for introduction movie only. Kids 14 and under go free. *Note: IMDb is a film review and ratings service and nothing to do with sound volume! A film which gets 8.6 on IMDb is truly outstanding.
Kristen DennisKristen Dennis
The most amazing museum in New Zealand, we spent a lot of time with the kids and the gemstone area. Which is really targeted to any young person or young at heart or anyone that's interested in New Zealand precious stones. Aswell I I loved the interactive video at the beginning, I felt like I had gone back in time to be fair and created a great story for me to teach my children about the history of New Zealand as this is one of the earliest settlements in terms of Europeans to New Zealand. It is a must if you go to Southland
Alice M-BAlice M-B
Te Hikoi is a fantastic museum. The visit starts with a film, continues with stories of settlers, resources, and rocks. The Māori tool making process was fascinating and seeing how the local hāpu took advantage of the varied geology to craft exceptional items was fascinating! The discovery section that has more rocks of the region is also well worth exploring for adults and children alike! Well worth the very reasonable entry fee!
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We were prompted to visit this Museum and Visitor Information Centre by a review which raved about their 15 minute film. We enjoyed it, but not at an 8.6 on IMDb level*! However Oscar-winning isn’t this short movie’s objective. Rather it’s to provide a succinct and easy to absorb overview of the early local history. Then when you view the many individual exhibits they’re that much more meaningful. The welcome we received from Brent and the information he provided were excellent - ask him for anecdotes about Hillary if he’s there when you are! So it’s well worth the modest ticket price of NZ$9 per adult. This includes entry and introduction movie. $5 for introduction movie only. Kids 14 and under go free. *Note: IMDb is a film review and ratings service and nothing to do with sound volume! A film which gets 8.6 on IMDb is truly outstanding.
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The most amazing museum in New Zealand, we spent a lot of time with the kids and the gemstone area. Which is really targeted to any young person or young at heart or anyone that's interested in New Zealand precious stones. Aswell I I loved the interactive video at the beginning, I felt like I had gone back in time to be fair and created a great story for me to teach my children about the history of New Zealand as this is one of the earliest settlements in terms of Europeans to New Zealand. It is a must if you go to Southland
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Te Hikoi is a fantastic museum. The visit starts with a film, continues with stories of settlers, resources, and rocks. The Māori tool making process was fascinating and seeing how the local hāpu took advantage of the varied geology to craft exceptional items was fascinating! The discovery section that has more rocks of the region is also well worth exploring for adults and children alike! Well worth the very reasonable entry fee!
Alice M-B

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5.0
2y

We were prompted to visit this Museum and Visitor Information Centre by a review which raved about their 15 minute film. We enjoyed it, but not at an 8.6 on IMDb level*!

However Oscar-winning isn’t this short movie’s objective. Rather it’s to provide a succinct and easy to absorb overview of the early local history. Then when you view the many individual exhibits they’re that much more meaningful.

The welcome we received from Brent and the information he provided were excellent - ask him for anecdotes about Hillary if he’s there when you are!

So it’s well worth the modest ticket price of NZ$9 per adult. This includes entry and introduction movie. $5 for introduction movie only. Kids 14 and under go free.

*Note: IMDb is a film review and ratings service and nothing to do with sound volume! A film which gets 8.6 on IMDb is truly...

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5.0
17w

I've traveled far and wide in NZ, and I can confidently say that Te Hikoi is one of the best regional museums. I can tell the museum curators and the locals of Aparima Riverton care about their history and heritage.

Brent introduced me to a fascinating history. Then came the storytelling film and life-size museum dioramas, which were all made with professionalism and love. The information was well-written with the perfect amount, not too much or little. The gift shop has a massive variety of stuff, including a wide range of toys, plushies, and books.

You must visit this museum when in Riverton! It will give you a greater appreciation of...

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5.0
2y

Well curated, local history museum. The ticket agent was most helpful in orienting us to how to best see the exhibits while waiting for the next video presentation cycle and how to proceed afterwards. Great use of life-sized, immersive dioramas of ancient Maori culture, post European discovery foibles, and WWI trench conditions for the involved local inhabitants. Well maintained facility with look and touch activities for more interest for all, especially youngsters. Do not miss the portion about the tale of the...

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