Te Awamutu Space Centre
About This Museum
People come to the Te Awamutu Space Centre not just to see space stuff, but to truly feel a connection to the cosmos. It's a surprisingly personal place where you can stand right next to a real Soyuz spacecraft capsule and touch a piece of the Moon. The energy in the main gallery is incredible, filled with authentic artifacts from human spaceflight that tell stories of incredible journeys. You leave feeling strangely inspired, reminded that the universe is vast and that exploration is a very human endeavor.
Collection Highlights
The absolute star is the real Soyuz descent module you can get up close to, plus there's an actual moon rock you're allowed to touch. Don't miss the collection of Soviet-era space gear, which feels like a rare glimpse into a secret part of history.
Visitor Information
It's tucked away at 5 Whitmore Street in Kihikihi β easy to miss but so worth the find. Check their hours online before you go as they can vary.
Architecture & Building
From the outside, it's a modest, modern building that gives nothing away, making the treasures inside all the more surprising.
Contact & Location
Address: Te Awamutu Space Centre, Whitmore Street, Waipa District, Waikato, 3800, New Zealand / Aotearoa
Phone: +64 7 870 1966
Website: Visit Website
