Auckland Museum InstituteThe Auckland Museum Institute was established in 1867 and operates the Friends of the Auckland Museum®. As well as being a Museum membership body, the Institute organises a programme of lectures, discussions, field trips and other events, and appoints four members of the Museum Trust Board. It is the Auckland Branch of the Royal Society of New Zealand providing the Museum, Museum Friends and the public access to both local and international RSNZ keynote speakers. ![]() ABOUT THE INSTITUTEThe Institute dates back to 1867. This page gives some of the background to the Auckland Museum Institute and provides links to official documents. AUCKLAND MUSEUM INSTITUTE EVENTS PROGRAMMEThe complete list of upcoming Institute Lectures, Field Trips and any other events. HOW TO HELPContribute to the work of the Institute by donating or volunteering. In the lead-up to the opening of the Museum's new facilities in 2006, Institute members donated seating for the Auditorium. And in 2008, Institute members made a significant donation towards the Museum's Digital Imaging Suite. ![]() OUR AFFILIATESInstitute membership connects people to other groups and organisations such as the Royal Society of New Zealand, the Auckland Art Gallery, the Auckland Museum Institute Conchology Section, and the New Zealand Geographic magazine. CONTACTContact Andrea Webley or Greta Bachmann-Fuller, to ask for more information or to update your details. |
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