📜 Interactive art gallery and theatre in Papatowai, New Zealand, featuring automata and kinetic sculptures by Blair Somerville, made from found objects. # Why Go 💡 Explore unique, interactive automata art ⚙️ Explore a world of moving mechanical devices 🖐️ Engage with artworks by winding handles and pushing buttons ☕ Enjoy coffee and homemade treats on site ✨ Unique, imaginative, and unlike anything else 🌧️ Great rainy day activity 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages (Gallery), adults for Theatre # Why Avoid 🚫 Winding Thoughts Theatre is R13, no children allowed # Cost 💰 Gallery bus $10, Winding Thoughts Theatre $10 (separate tickets). # Hours 🕒 Summer (late Oct - late Apr): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, closed Wednesdays. Winter (late Apr - late Oct): Closed. # Tips ⏳ Allow 45-60 minutes for the full experience 🗓️ Check website for seasonal opening hours 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Supervise children closely in the bus gallery # Getting There 🅿️ Free on-site parking available 📶 Free Wifi for customers