"The road's been a bit sloshy but hopefully with the sunny days to come, things will look up," say Matahiwi Gallery owners.
"If you're in the area come up for a visit and a chat."
The gallery and cafe on the Whanganui River Rd, North of Koroniti Marae, plans to open for the season on Wednesday, October 25 when visitors can stop by to enjoy their famous muffins and coffee while viewing local art.
The cafe and gallery occupies the old building which was once the Parinui School.
The building was brought down the river from its original home several miles above Pipiriki when the school closed.