Welcome to Maketawa Museum

Four years ago off the back of his dairy farm, Barry Bishop started the Maketawa John Deere Museum. Barry’s Museum is full of vintage classic John Deere Machinery. He now has a collection of over 20 green and yellow beauties. The oldest tractor Barry currently owns is a 1936 John Deere BN, he imported it from the states. Take a step back into the world of John Deere

We love to have School Groups

We love to have kindergarten groups, school groups and other groups come through the museum. It’s open to anyone. There is so much amazing history all in one place. Get in touch with us today to organise a visit

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Social Events

Maketawa Museum also has a place to host people, when they have groups they put out tea and coffee, they have a barbecue available if you provide supplies. The perfect atmosphere for unwinding and hanging out with friends.

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John Deere Logos Through The Ages