Welcome!

Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai

Discover rare objects, special exhibitions and a live butterfly rainforest experience at the Otago Museum, welcoming you 364 days a year. 

Explore the Galleries

Encounter natural and cultural treasures from Otago, New Zealand and around the globe.

What's hot in the Tropical Forest?

A spectacular live butterfly experience inside the Otago Museum. It’s the hottest spot in town!

Cool stuff for kids

There's heaps of stuff happening for kids at the Museum. Find out what's on when.

Resources for teachers

Education programmes, sensational sleepovers, Starlab and more.