A CURIOUS ADVENTURE AWAITS
A wonderfully weird world of things that move.
An adventure into a curious world of mechanical artworks. Wind, press, pull, turn, push and pedal to bring the inventions to life.
01 / THE EXPERIENCE
Not just things to look at.
Things to bring to life.
Explore a curious collection of handmade mechanical artworks, built from recycled and natural materials. Each invention has its own movement, character and surprises.
Explore the Temple02 / PLAN YOUR VISIT
Come and see
what moves you.
A hidden gem on the Southern Scenic Route in Papatowai, The Catlins.
Full visitor informationTEMPLE ADMISSION · AGES 13+
$11.50 online / per person
$12.50 at the door. Save $1 when you book online.
Children aged 12 and under are welcome in the Gizmo Bus free of charge, but must be closely supervised by a paying adult at all times. Children cannot enter the Temple.
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A lifetime of curiosity,
made by hand.
Blair Somerville has been rewarding curiosity in The Catlins since 1999. Today, he and fellow artist Sandra van der Sommen shape this wonderfully unusual creative world together.
Built from imagination, experimentation and a fascination with how things work, the collection continues to evolve.
Meet the makers
Good coffee.
Homemade treats.
Time to unwind.
Uncle Lee’s Coffee by the Sea is right here on site. Grab a coffee and something homemade to enjoy during your visit or take away into the Temple.
Get a taste of The Catlins05 / A BIT MORE TO DISCOVER
Meet the
Gizmo Bus.
Step aboard our green Leyland house bus for a little more tinkering. Explore its quirky character, discover inventions in every nook and cranny, and find your souvenirs here.
Take a peek insideYOUR CURIOSITY IS INVITED
Come in. Have a tinker.
See what happens.
Temple admission for ages 13 and over. Book online and save $1 per person.
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