Shop

Browse the museum gift shop to see a wide range of local and NZ made products. We favour NZ made items, and those made from natural eco-friendly products.  We aim to stock items that appeal to all ages at a range of price points. Come and browse our wide range of gifts and keep an eye on our Facebook page for new items as we are constantly refreshing what is on offer.

Jewellery – locally designed and made in Ruakaka, our SONZ jewellery range is very affordable, modern, and distinctly Kiwi. We also stock bespoke pieces of jewellery by Auckland designer Nick von K which are very popular as a gift for someone special.

Art – we stock work from different local artists from time to time as their production allows, including bright and bold prints from Jo May, the softer floral and botanical works of Christina Maassen and the very popular art prints and wall tiles featuring local scenes from Patsy Montgomery.

   Cards – we are known for our wide range of local handmade cards for all occasions.  As well, we stock the very popular Artearoa range of photographic and botanical print cards, the Pikitea card and postcard range, bookmark cards and art print cards by Christina Maassen. If you are looking for a card that is a little bit different, come and have a look at our range.

 Pottery/Ceramics/Bamboo & Wood products – made from NZ timbers are very popular as gifts and come in a range of shapes and sizes. Alongside these ranges we stock ceramic mugs and the very popular bamboo plates and mugs from DQ.

  For the young ones – the shop has a wide range of children’s toys and novelties from puzzles, games and science experiments, to plate & cup sets and the extremely popular Honeysticks range of bath and regular crayons and bath drops to provide bath time fun – all made from natural materials.  Much of our children’s stock is linked to current displays in the Museum and to the themes of the Museum school holiday programme. We also source a number of those ‘old fashioned’ games parents and grandparents may remember from their own childhood. If you are looking for a gift for the young ones in your family, you are sure to find something to please.

 Kiwiana & Souvenirs – everything from key rings to magnets, postcards to reusable coffee cups – you are bound to find a souvenir or two in the shop to remind you of NZ or to brighten up your life.

   ‘Handmade in Mangawhai’ – we are proud of the talent of our team of crafters and makers of our ‘Handmade in Mangawhai’ range, with stock now available all year round.  The items on offer changes with the seasons with a huge Christmas offering including handmade decorations, table runners, Christmas aprons, bunting, wreaths, food goodies to tempt the tastebuds and much, much more.

   Books – the Museum has published its own set of books from the archives, which tell the stories of Mangawhai’s history and people.  These are unique gifts, available only through our Museum shop. As well, we stock a range of other titles, some by local authors, that focus on local events or which tie in with the themes of our museum displays.

We also stock a range of ornaments, homewares, local honey, and other items to tempt you.  Come and see for yourself!