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Arts, culture and heritage Pukenamu Queen’s Park is the cultural heart of the city, comprising the Alexander Heritage and Research Library Te Rerenga Mai o Te Kāuru, Whanganui Regional Museum, the Handspan Peace Sculpture, the Carillon Bells and the Veteran Steps. It is also the home of the iconic Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui, one of the country’s most important heritage buildings, which is currently closed for earthquake strengthening and redevelopment work.
Sarjeant on the Quay at 38 Taupō Quay is the interim location of the Sarjeant Gallery. Open daily (except for Christmas Day and Good Friday), this historic warehouse space has been converted to hold the gallery’s extensive collection and to provide a welcoming space for regularly changing exhibitions and events. Sarjeant on the Quay’s object gallery is at 31 Taupō Quay above the Whanganui i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.
Whanganui Regional Museum – Reopened in 2019 after seismic strengthening and improvements, the museum holds an extensive collection of natural and cultural history objects and archives. A wide range of exhibitions, events and public and education programmes take place in this historic building on Pukenamu Queen’s Park. Open every day (except Christmas Day and Good Friday) between 10.00am and 4.30pm, the museum provides free entry and a great welcome to all.
A visit to Whanganui isn’t complete without a visit to the Sarjeant
Alongside regularly changing exhibitions, our shop offers you a fantastic range of gifts that include jewellery, ceramics and glass created by Whanganui and New Zealand artisans. Visit us at 38 Taupō Quay. Open hours Monday to Sunday: 10:30am - 4:30pm Anzac Day: 1:00pm - 4:30pm Christmas Day & Good Friday: Closed
