The Mt Bruce Pioneer Museum is an intriguing treasure trove of rural relics, just a few kilometres from Masterton.
Try out the hands-on working displays, and explore the huge shed packed with everything from dolls to books, gramophones and a pedal-operated milking machine - much of it restored by owner Henry Christensen. It's the perfect rainy-day destination for curious families - and a great side-trip from the Pukaha National Wildlife Centre.
The museum is on State Highway 2, 18km north of Masterton, and 10km south of Pukaha National Wildlife Centre.
Address:
1727 State Highway 2
Masterton 5881
New ZealandOpening Hours:
Most days, 9am-5pm
Phone:
06 372 5859
Email:
h.christensen@xtra.co.nz
Cost:
Adults $5, children 50c