Waihi Arts Centre & Museum

The Waihi Arts Centre & Museum is a popular attraction for visitors to the town of Waihi, New Zealand.

The museum presents the history of the gold mining era from the 1880s to the 1950s through a range of models and artifacts. Despite its small size, the museum is well-curated and offers a lot of information about the town's history and culture.

In addition to the mining history displays, the museum also has an art gallery that hosts regular exhibitions of local and visiting arts and crafts. The gallery is a great place to visit for those interested in the arts and crafts scene in New Zealand. The museum also has a theater that seats 60 people, which is used to show school groups the history of the town and the region.

The museum is staffed by friendly and helpful people who are always willing to answer any questions visitors may have. Visitors can also look into a couple of the cells in the attached jailhouse. Overall, the Waihi Arts Centre & Museum is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in history, art, and culture.