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45 Laings Road
Lower Hutt, New Zealand
PO Box 30396, 5040
Open Daily 10am–5pm
Free Entry —
Free WIFI
T 04 570 6500
enquiries@dowse.org.nz
"An interesting visit every single time and staff who go out of their way to be friendly and helpful."
Visitor Info
Holiday Hours
Free Tours
Free Tours
Like a guided tour of The Dowse? Whether you are on your own or in a group, our friendly and knowledgeable hosts would love to show you around and offer you an introduction to our exhibitions, building and history.
To ensure you don’t miss out, it’s best to book ahead.
Accessibility
A wheelchair is available from the front desk for use in the gallery and there is lift access. Guide and hearing dogs are welcome. Contact us if you have concerns with accessibility and we will do our best to help.
For our visitors that would like to be clear about what they can expect to find at the museum, here's a story to share.
Children
Children are always welcome at The Dowse. Toilets have baby changing facilities and breastfeeding is welcome. The upstairs lounge has hands-on activities for children and we run regular events for children.
For our visitors that would like to be clear about what they can expect to find at the museum, here's a story to share.
Photography
We encourage you to take photos during your visit, except for exhibits which have a no photography sign. Please don't use a flash.
Tag your photos on social media with @thedowse or #thedowse.