Southland, New Zealand, boasts several museums that exhibit the region's rich history, culture, and natural heritage. Notable museums in the area include the Southland Museum and Art Gallery, located in Invercargill, which is currently closed but undergoing redevelopment for a planned reopening in 2023. The museum is open on Sundays from 1 pm to 3 pm or by appointment.
The Bluff Maritime Museum, situated in Bluff, showcases the maritime history of the region and is open on weekdays from 10 am to 4:30 pm, and weekends and public holidays from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm, with an admission fee of $3 for adults and $1 for children. The Southland Fire Museum in Invercargill displays the area's firefighting history and is open on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 11:30 am to 3 pm, with a gold coin entry fee.
The Thornbury Vintage Tractor and Implement Museum, open on Sundays from 1 pm to 4:30 pm, features a collection of tractors, trucks, and farm equipment, including the flagship 1914 Avery tractor. After-hours visits can be arranged by contacting the provided phone numbers. Lastly, the He Waka Tuia transitional Art + Museum space in Invercargill offers diverse cultural experiences and exhibitions and is open Monday to Friday from 10 am to 5 pm.