Rotorua Museum, Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa, is a museum on Oruawhata Drive in the Government Gardens, in the heart of Rotorua. It tells the story of Rotorua's culture, its volatile landscape and its history, and its home is the historic Bath House building. We hear the museum is currently closed for earthquake strengthening and restoration, so check the museum's website before you go.
The Bath House was closed after damage from the 2016 Kaikōura earthquake. Construction began in June 2024, and the museum expects the works to be complete between 2027 and 2028. The museum's website has more on the project and the staff contacts for specific enquiries.