Ora Garden of Wellbeing
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The remarkable gold medal winning New Zealand entry to the world famous Chelsea Flower Show in May 2004 has been rebuilt and replanted at the Taupo Museum on a central site close to the main Taupo shops. Known as the '100% Pure New Zealand Ora - Garden of Wellbeing' it is the result of the combined creative energy of six talented New Zealanders who were delighted when a permanent home in a secure courtyard was offered.
The original creators rebuilt and replanted this unique native bush garden with its geothermal landscape and bird song sound track - a living exhibit. There are close to 1000 plants in Ora, all are native, some are endangered or species of significance to this region. Others have been chosen for their medicinal, culinary and bird attracting qualities. Maori cultural aspects are an integral part of the design and give the garden its special magic. Explore the relationship between nature and Maori; each feature of the garden has a Maori name and has strong links to the local environment.
Please note that the entry price includes entry to Museum and Art Gallery.
Facilities and Amenities
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Children Welcome
Crafts
Product Sales
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Open 10am – 4.30pm daily (closed Christmas Day & Good Friday)
Adults $5
Seniors & Students $3
Children Free
Bus & Tour groups $3 per head or $5 per head includes a 15 min tour/talk of the museum or Ora garden project (bookings required).
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Taupo Museum is on Story Place in the centre of Taupo next to the playground and Super loo.
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Physical Address: Story Pl, Taupo
Phone: 07 3760414
Email: taupomuseum@taupo.govt.co.nz
Website: https://www.taupodc.govt.nz/community/taupo-museum/ora-garden
