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Meet our Artists

Our Sculpture Collection

Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

Past Exhibitions

Rehabilitation & Transformation

Global Diversity & Tree Collection

Carbon Sequestration

Return of Birdlife

The Portal Project

60 Seconds With John

Garden Group Tours

Out of the Box Game

Business Events

Learn & Explore

Events

Vision for the Park

Art in Nature Arboretum Trust

Events

The Roosting Ruru Cafe

Ruru's Nest Kiosk

Meet our Artists

Our Sculpture Collection

Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

Past Exhibitions

Rehabilitation & Transformation

Global Diversity & Tree Collection

Carbon Sequestration

Return of Birdlife

The Portal Project

60 Seconds With John

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Out of the Box Game

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Ruru's Nest Kiosk

The Portal Project complete

7 Feb

Written By Sue Devonshire

Find out more…… The Portal Project

Sue Devonshire

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Art

New Zealand has an amazing array of artists providing works of in many different mediums. The Sculpture Park showcases over 100 modern and traditional sculptures and installations featuring many well-known artists. These have been made in New Zealand either by NZ artists or artists visiting from other parts of the world.

Meet our Artists
The Gallery
Our Sculpture Collection
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Creative Pursuits from Natural Materials
Art for Sale

Nature

Follow the 2km walking trail that winds its’ way through a landscape of ponds, cliffs, rocks and flowing shrubs which have all been created from a former quarry site. Catch a glimpse of New Zealand birdlife in a natural habitat and experience the tranquility that only nature can provide with over 20 thousand trees and plants from around the world.

Rehabilitation & Transformation
Global Diversity & Tree Collection
Carbon Sequestration
Return of Birdlife
The Portal Project
Creative Pursuits from Natural Materials
60 Seconds with John

Experience

From Corporate events, Team building and Wellness days for business to fun, interactive days for school groups and International students, the Sculpture Park provides the perfect venue for all groups including boutique wedding ceremonies. Whatever your function we have the venue.

Business Events
Weddings
Learn & Explore
Events
Out of the Box Family Game
Garden Group Tours

Our Story

Starting from a derelict quarry site, extensive planting and landscape design has transformed the park into one of NZ’s largest outdoor galleries. The journey has been 32 years in the making and John and Dorothy Wakeling share their story of why and how the Park was created.

Vision for the Park
Art in Nature Arboretum Trust
Our Community
A Short History

Visit

Rain or shine, a stroll through the park will refresh your spirits! Make sure you allow a minimum of 2 hours unless you are just out for a quick jog….

This is an ideal place to meet up with friends and family. The park appeals to all generations and sparks memorable conversations and shared experiences.

Whether you want to stop for a coffee, enjoy some ice cream, shop a little or book in for a rest and recupe, we can provide the unique Roosting Ruru experience.

Open every day 10am - 5pm

Entry fees for Self-guided walks
15yrs plus: $15.00
5 – 14yrs: $5.00

The Cafe is open every weekend 11am-3pm

At the park we have a variety of events taking place each month for your enjoyment, simply click on the links below:

Guided Botanical Tours
Out of the Box Family Game
Events
Workshops

The Roosting Ruru Cafe
Ruru’s Nest Kiosk
Dog Days
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Open Tuesday - Sunday

10am - 5pm

Entry fees for Self-guided walks
15yrs plus: $20.00
5 – 14yrs: $5.00

The Cafe is open every weekend 11am-3pm

207 Scotsman Valley Rd
Tauwhare, Hamilton, Waikato

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Phone; 0273530467

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