Owaka Museum

Sawmilling and shipwrecks have played a considerable part in the Catlins’ history, the harsh coastline and conditions responsible for 25 wrecks between 1839 and 2000. Memorabilia from these ships and other insights into the area’s history are on display in the well-curated Owaka museum, which is also the information centre for the region. owakamuseum.org.nz