Waikato Museum

Waikato Museum
Waikato Museum, viewed from Memorial Park, Hamilton East
Former name
Waikato Museum of Art and History
Established1987 (1987)
Location1 Gratham Street
Hamilton Central
Hamilton
New Zealand
ArchitectIvan Mercep
Websitewaikatomuseum.co.nz

Waikato Museum (Māori: Te Whare Taonga o Waikato) is a regional museum located in Hamilton, New Zealand. The museum manages ArtsPost, a shop and gallery space for New Zealand art and design. Both are managed by the Hamilton City Council. Outside the museum is The Tongue of The Dog, a sculpture by Michael Parekōwhai that has helped to increase visitor numbers. The sculpture was commissioned by MESH Sculpture Trust, Hamilton.

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