Kauri Museum – Matakohe Experience

Discovering Kauri Heritage

Just ninety minutes north of Auckland City, the award-winning Kauri Museum in Matakohe tells the captivating story of the Kauri tree and the people who developed industries to harvest these ancient forests’ rich resources. The unparalleled kauri timber and magnificent juvenile amber (kauri gum) played a vital role in building the nation. At the museum, you’ll explore the kauri story of the past, understand its present significance, and become part of the kauri tree’s future.

Preserving Kauri’s Legacy

The Kauri Museum not only recounts the history and legacy of our ancient Kauri forests but also plays a crucial role in promoting forest conservation. The museum collaborates to “Save our Forests” by raising awareness of the Kauri Dieback disease and promoting forest ecology, ensuring these magnificent trees continue to thrive for generations to come.

Visitors to The Kauri Museum will experience a truly unique adventure with features including:

• Interactive, hands-on displays and lifelike models
• The world’s largest kauri slab, measuring 22.5 meters in length
• Fossilized and swamp kauri, tens of thousands of years old
• A rare collection of polished kauri gum
• A working sawmill
• An exceptional gift store showcasing kauri timber, kauri gum, and the crafts of the Kaipara region

Step into the world of the kauri tree, and connect with the fascinating history and vibrant legacy of New Zealand’s ancient forests at the Kauri Museum – Matakohe.

Location Details

Matakohe