Contact us
If you would like to get in touch with the Museum, please complete the form here.
Alternatively, you can contact our Manager or drop in to see us:
Paula Gaelic
P: +64 7 549 0651
manager@westernbaymuseum.nz
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm
Weekends & Public Holidays 11am - 3pm
Closed Good Friday, Anzac Day (morning), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Visitor Information
Admission
Free entry to all walk-in visitors.
Museum Experiences such as Public Programmes, Education Programmes + some events have a charge.
Guided Tours
Looking to make the most of our museum? Take one of our guided tours!
One of our professional guides will take you on a guided tour of our exhibitions for half an hour, providing a wonderful overview of the many exhibitions on display. Must be booked in at manager@westernbaymuseum.nz Minimum of 8 guests - $5.00 per person
Parking
Plenty of parking is available in Katikati township.
There is a public car park opposite the museum behind the Katikati Memorial Hall accessed via Talisman Drive.
Accessibility
We are wheelchair friendly with accessible facilities and bathroom.
Our loading zone and drop off area is at the front door of the museum.
Photography
Photography is widely encouraged! There are plenty of great things to take pictures of both inside and outside the museum.
Please note though that some taonga (treasures) on display may not be photographed for cultural reasons. For ease in identifying these, we’ve placed a “no photography” icon next to these objects.
Visit us
Western Bay Museum
The Old Fire Station
32 Main Road
Katikati 3129
