Switzers Museum

24/04/2026

Anzac service at Waikaia Hall 10am today.

The museum will be open from 1pm. There is an extensive section honouring our servicemen and women, please call in after the service and cup of tea.

10/04/2026

The railway may have stopped coming to Waikaia in 1959 but you can still have a small piece of the original track as a reminder of a different time.
Lovely talking point, door stop, bookend or gift and yes we are open today and tomorrow 1-3pm

10/04/2026

Five dollars doesn’t go far these days.

But here in Waikaia, it opens the door to gold rush history, pioneer stories, and a few unexpected treasures — including a very big bottle made of bottles!
If you’re passing through or planning a day out, we’d love to welcome you.
📍 Switzers Museum, Waikaia
🕰 Open Saturday & Sunday 1-3pm

08/04/2026

Anzac Day is coming and it's a time of quiet reflection here in Aotearoa.

On Anzac Day, we remember the courage and sacrifice of those who served — beginning with the Gallipoli campaign during World War I, and continuing through all conflicts and peacekeeping missions since.
It’s a day to honour not only those who never returned, but also the families and communities forever changed by their service.
Here at Switzers Museum, we are proud to hold a dedicated section remembering the local men and women who served. Their stories are an important part of our history, and of who we are today.
We welcome you to take a moment, visit, and reflect. We are now into winter hours. Open Saturday & Sunday 1-3pm

04/04/2026

The museum foyer is looking a little different today (and yes we are open!) Welcome to our new pop-up gallery space.

Our first guest artist is Margaret Christie. Her work reflects a deep appreciation for rural life — from gardens in bloom to the quiet presence of animals and the changing moods of nature.
Painting across oils, acrylics and watercolours, Margaret captures the simple beauty many of us know so well.

Her exhibition is now open to view FREE during museum hours.
We hope you’ll call in and enjoy it.

24/11/2025

Switzers Museum new phone number is now 020 4775 297. This phone is unattended and you will be greeted by an answer phone informing you of our opening hours.

25/10/2025

LABOUR MONDAY - Head out to Waikaia, and check out these great properties! You might spy a sneaky new listing at the end of the schedule, an excellent holiday home that comes fully furnished for $359,000

01/09/2025

30/07/2025

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