Whangarei Art Museum

About

The Whangarei Art Museum is the permanent home of the city art collection which embraces both heritage and contemporary artwork.

Story

Whangarei Art Museum- Te Manawa Toi is the public art gallery of the Whangarei District and home to the cities art collection- which contains heritage and contemporary art work and several significant bequest collections.

As kaitiaki (custodians) it is WAM's responsibility to conserve the collection to New Zealand Museum Standards ensuring its optimal preservation while also giving visitors a chance to enjoy these pieces with internally curated exhibitions.

The team aim to appeal to locals and visitors from New Zealand and beyond with local art showcasing the creative offerings of the North as well as hosting touring exhibitions- bringing fresh art and with it, new ideas to our city.

Always evolving to ensure visitors experience a space that is new and inspired- FREE daily 10am- 4pm.