Tūhura Otago Museum Email Format
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosOtago, New Zealand51-200 Employees
Tūhura Otago Museum in Dunedin, Otago, operates as a cultural and scientific institution with a long-standing history dating back to 1868. The museum houses a vast collection of more than 1.5 million items from around the world, spanning natural, cultural, and historical themes, and it uses these objects to inform exhibitions, research access, and public programming. Its offerings include galleries, displays, tours, talks, and online access, along with venue spaces that accommodate groups of various sizes, supporting education and outreach initiatives for both communities and professionals. The organization serves visitors, researchers, and educational audiences by preserving and presenting diverse artifacts and stories that relate to Otago, Aotearoa New Zealand, and global contexts. In addition to exhibitions, the museum engages in extensive outreach and education programs, and maintains collaborations and partnerships reflected in recent developments such as hosting cultural events and joint initiatives. The institution positions itself within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector, contributing to the cultural and scientific landscape of the region.