Other Events
Thursday 1st January to Monday 31st August Rei Hamon Exhibition - 2026
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Rei Hamon was a self-taught artist and an environmentalist. He used a technique of painting millions of small dots to create his images, which reflected the beauty of New Zealand's native forests and wildlife which he was passionate about. His work "Jewels of Okarito" was presented to Queen Elizabeth II during her state visit in 1976. This exhibition will be open through the holiday season so come along to view these amazing artworks.
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: Entry to Museum $5.00/adult
Contact: Fb.com/thamesmuseumnz
Phone: 07-8688509
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Saturday 21st February All Day Purple Poppy Day 2026
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Presented by Thames RSA and Thames Museum - to honour animals that took part in World Wars.
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: Free to attend
Contact: Thames Museum
Phone: 07 8688509
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Wednesday 25th February 5:30pm - 7:30pm Beyond Gold - The story of Read Bros Hardware
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Russell Skeet will be talking about the history of Read Bros Hardware and his recently released book "Beyond Gold". Light refreshments will be served.
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: $5.00
Contact: Thames Museum
Phone: 07 8688509
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Wednesday 25th March 5:30pm Talk on Edible Wild Plants in NZ
Andrew Crowe will discuss his book "Edible Wild Plants in NZ" and how a Londoner came to Thames, NZ. Andrew will discuss how to identify edible wild plants. Don't miss this interesting and informative talk.
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: $5.00
Contact: Museum
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Saturday 2nd May to Sunday 3rd May STEAM-UP at The Goldmine - May 2026
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This weekend the steam machines will be in action 10.00am until 1.00pm - the steam boiler and two machines. This is something not seen very often in NZ so come along and enjoy the sight. Visit www.goldmine-experience.co.nz
Venue: The Goldmine Experience, SH25, North of Thames Town
Price: Tours - Adult $25.00, Child $5.00
Contact: The Goldmine
Phone: 07-8688514
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Wednesday 27th May Ted Egan Models at Museum
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The stories behind these beautiful models will be explained in this evening presentation. Come and learn about the historic buildings in Thames. Facebook: thamesmuseumnz - May 2026
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: Entry to Museum $5.00/adult
Contact: The Museum
Phone: 07.8688509
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Wednesday 24th June Dogs With Jobs - 2026
A talk presented by Pest Control Trainer & Handler Carol Nanning. Carol and her dog, Piri, are striving to rid our forests of rodents to save our native wildlife. This is a very important mission. Come along to hear all about their work.
Venue: Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga, Cnr Cochrane & Pollen Streets
Price: $5.00
Contact: The Museum
Phone: 07.8688509
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Thursday 12th November to Sunday 15th November All Day Steampunk The Thames 2026
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Theme this year is TIME MARCHES ON. Come and celebrate Steampunk The Thames with lots to see and lots to dazzle your mind! Visit their website www.steampunkthethames.co.nz
Venue: Thames Town, various sites around the town
Price: Various
Contact: Steampunk website
Phone: N/a
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