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Engage with real life soldiers' stories, discover New Zealand's military history, learn the campaigns of the NZ Army, and reflect on how conflict has shaped our nation. Join our friendly staff through guided tours for booked groups.

• Rich displays that chart the history of New Zealand's Army.
• Realistic dioramas bringing the history and personal stories of the soldiers to life.
• Tears on Greenstone Memorial.
Roimata Pounamu is the largest Jade (Nephrite) structure in the Southern Hemisphere

• Iconic military vehicles.
• Place where families can seek out and relate to family connections.
• Unique memorabilia.
• Comprehensive weapons collection.
• Extensive medal collection with outstanding Victoria Cross & NZ Cross collection.

Undertake one of our educational programmes or just browse our Research Centre — library and archives. Enjoy your lunch at the Rations café, then purchase a memento of your stay at the museum gift shop. With ample bus and car parking, whatever the reason for your visit we can assure you it will be a memorable one.

Army Museum Waiouru is situated as part of a living Army environment next to the Waiouru Army Base, a unique fortress-like building which resembles a castle with a moat. Located in Waiouru at the foot of Mt Ruapehu and the Desert Road and the gateway to Tongariro National Park in the central North Island. The uniquely situated New Zealand museum is:

• 20 mins from Ohakune
• 1.5hrs south of Taupo
• 3.5hrs north of Wellington

Open daily (except Christmas Day) 9.00am – 4.30pm

Average visitor spends 1 - 1.5hrs in the Museum.

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