Museum of Sheep and Shearing More Than a Museum
If you want to know what’s made New Zealand a great agricultural country you can learn so much about by visiting the National Museum of Sheep and Shearing in Masterton.
The complex is housed in two authentic old wool sheds trucked in from local farms, plus a newly constructed gallery building – full of sheep farm gear, including shearing and wool handling equipment.
You’ll find displays describing the history of sheep farming and its importance to our nation. For many years NZ was said to “live off the sheep’s back.” Demonstrations are held about spinning and weaving on Wednesday mornings and by arrangement. See the history of spinning from ancient times and our collection of spinning wheels.
See our shop with its wide range of wool garments, footwear, sheepskin rugs, lanolin cosmetics, gift items, kids’ stuff and souvenirs. We are a visitor attraction of international quality.
