Current exhibits on display at the Cambridge Museum
How are you? Kei te pehea koe?
Cambridge has a strong medical history. In the early 1900s, its warm and dry weather was considered healthy and was described as “one of the most healthful and life-giving in the whole of this wonderful…
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Firefighting in Cambridge
Fire! Fire! Fire! The formation of the Cambridge Volunteer Fire Brigade Imagine battling fires with buckets and handheld fire grenades. That was the reality in Cambridge before the Volunteer Fire Brigade was formed in 1904.…
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St Andrew’s Anglican Church Sesquicentennial Celebration
Come on in and take a look at our display celebrating the 150th Anniversary of St Andrew’s Church. It’s incredible to think it has been part of our town for over seven generations.
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Toys – Taonga tākaro
The games we play growing up are similar no matter in what time or place we live. These taonga tāka (toys) date from the early 1900s to the present day. Can you spot the ones…
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Early Stories
Learn some of the rich history of this area in the Waipā district, featuring taonga and artefacts dating from the 1400s-1900s.
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Star Redoubt
Where was the Star Redoubt? Visit the Museum to see some of the artefacts found on the archaeological dig that took place on the site of the Star Redoubt. Find its location. Complete the activity…
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Early Cambridge Photos
We have a large collection of early Cambridge photos. Come in and see how much Cambridge has changed.
MOREPlus our standing exhibits
Call in to see our other exhibits. There is something for everyone at 24 Victoria Street. We look forward to seeing you.