Welcome to

Kawatiri

The Museum of Kawatiri / Westport

Welcome to the Kawatiri (Westport) Experience Centre.

This is an immersive experience that celebrates the heritage and endeavour of the people of the Buller District. Learn, unearth and discover the incredible story of Kawatiri, and the past, present and future of this unique place. Explore themes of Triumph and Treasure - the taonga (treasures) of the earth (pounamu, coal, gold) and the bravery and innovation of human endeavour they inspired from the earliest Polynesian settlers to today.

Pricing

ADULTS (16+): $25

SUPERGOLD CARD (65+) $20

LOCAL RATE: $10

CHILD: $5

Contact Details

Address: 123 Palmerston St, Westport
Phone: (03) 789 6658
Email: info@coaltown.co.nz

Tickets purchased onsite. 

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