New Zealand Rugby Museum, North Island, New Zealand


4.5 (194 reviews) Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #4 in Manawatu-Wanganui Region Speciality Museums

A special place for rugby fans

The sport that shaped a nation.How did rugby come to play such an important role in the culture and heritage of New Zealand, and why are the All Blacks so good? Our Balls, Bullets and Boots Exhibition opens on 22nd August - Rugby Remembers WW1. Explore the rich history and folklore of the nation's game, see some of the world's rarest rugby artefacts, and learn about some of our rugby greats. You can get active by testing your rugby skills in the dedicated "Have A Go" area and measure yourself against the best.
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Address

326 Main St, Palmerston North 4440 New Zealand

Mobile

+64 6-358 6947

Website

http://www.rugbymuseum.co.nz

Email

[email protected]

Working hours

Monday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Current local date and time now

Friday, May 10, 2024, 11:27

User Ratings

4.5 based on (194 reviews)

Excellent
48%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%

Reviews


  • 5Steve S 5:00 PM Jan 3, 2021
    Well worth the visit
    Hosted by Graeme who spoke very knowledgeable about the museum, rugby history and a few funny stories. Only goes up to 2011 as due to lockdown they weren’t able to install the later years. I understand it’s on the way soon so we will go back. They have something like 40,000 items of memorabilia. The tackle bags need fixing as does the sprint timer, hope this gets done soon so we can test it properly next visit.

  • 5xx24 5:00 PM Jul 28, 2022
    Must go to for every fan!
    This lovely museum holds over 40.000 rugby related items. A selection is on display and from that immaculate display the passion for the sport, players and it’s history is eminent. If you add the effort the community of Palmerston North and the volunteers put in, you’ll end up with an absolute lovely museum that is a must go to for every rugby fan.