Little Taonga is a company creating treasures representing Aotearoa - from our birdlife to iconic symbols of kiwi life.

Supporting New Zealand made a range of these unique jewelry pieces can be found at the Ruru Nest Kiosk.

Show you love of our beautiful Ruru and place your vote for the Bird of the Year. A bird of the bush and the night it is also an important species in Maori mythology.

The Ruru is at home at the Waitakaruru Arboretum so SAVE the date and remember to vote on the 15th September

Are you looking for some alternative forms of healing on the journey to wellness?

Shaah offers a variety of different treatments to help you on your journey.

We have an exciting new exhibition of works by Destine and Nathan Hull coming to the Sculpture park mid September.

This is an opportunity to see of both artists work and the exhibition will be located in the Rock Garden

Tui are one of New Zealand’s most recognizable birds.

They are fun and loud and very territorial and will defend their turf aggressively, chasing away other birds to make sure their food source is safe.

You will see Tui as well as 30 other types of bird when you visit the Sculpture Park.

We are excited to be supporting a local honey supplier at the Ruru Nest Kiosk. So, if you love honey come and see what this small business is doing.

This work by Bernie Harfleet is an example of how “art” can deliver a strong message

The story of this piece is about family violence in New Zealand and work done by Women’s Refuge.

If you are looking for unique, New Zealand made and local gifts then come and visit the Ruru Nest Gift Shop.

From wooden to ceramic to story books we have all your gift needs covered.

Marcus Tatton will be exhibiting his latest works at the Morrinsville Gallery from the 12th August - 7th September.

Don’t miss out on this chance to see his work and meet the man.

The Sculpture Park provides many different experiences for our visitors. Often for the keen or professional photographer, the variety of inspiration from the art and nature found here.

Mike Breen and his wife have visited many times over the past 10 years and here Mike shares some of his artistic expressions.

Meet Marcus Tatton - wood carver, artist and current “artist in residence” at the Sculpture Park.

Are you looking for a breakaway from the frantic pace of life?

The Ruru Retreat located at the Waitakaruru Arboretum and Sculpture Park provides the perfect space to relax and enjoy nature at its best. This one bedroom house is available for two night stays all year round.

What is Sculpture?

It is a three-dimensional art form where materials are worked, molded, cast or assemble to create a piece. It is a form of artistic expression - see how a riveting gun becomes an artist’s tool.

This time of year there are many types of fungi around.

What do they do and why are they necessary?

If you love nature and want to record and immerse yourself in what you see - Botanical Journalling.

Find out more…

Join the hunt for six of our native birds hidden throughout the Sculpture park - can you find all six?

We have a game for all ages, simply find the birds and fill in your entry form.

The connection between the Monarch Butterfly and the “swan” plant you have in your garden is key to the sustainability of this butterfly in New Zealand.

Learn how to make your own medicine drum and the power of the beat and essence of “drumming”

IMAgEN8 works to help young photographers (8 – 18yrs) connect with nature through education, photography and technology. Find out more about the great work they do.

Waikato Mobility Dogs have a training day at the Sculpture Park.