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Explore the captivating evolution of photography in 19th-century New Zealand, and witness the identity of the early nation develop before the camera lens.
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Woven from harakeke over 200 years ago, Te Rā is the only known customary Māori sail in existence. This November we're welcoming Te Rā to Auckland Museum and two younger sibling sails made recently by Te Rā Ringa Raupā.
The longest running and most prestigious nature photography competition in the world, direct from London's Natural History Museum. A must-see, world-class exhibition enjoyed all over the world by nature lovers and photographers.
To celebrate upcoming exciting new exhibition RELICS: A New World Rises, Auckland Museum is hosting a competition this school holidays that puts YOU as the maker!
Experience a vibrant glimpse of Māori culture in an engaging performance which takes you on a journey through the story of Aotearoa New Zealand and Tāmaki Makaurau.
Journey through amazing worlds in thrilling 3D, at Auckland Museum’s new pop-up cinema.
Jacqui Geux was an extraordinary citizen scientist and former Auckland Museum employee who made thousands of invaluable contributions to the study of New Zealand wildlife. Set in the Waitākere Ranges, this pop-up exhibition explores the remarkable legacy that Jacqui created through the lens of her camera.
Te Karanga o Te Rā showcases the journey undertaken by Te Rā Ringa Raupā, a Northland weaving collective, in recreating Te Rā's sibling sails, Hine Mārama and Māhere Tū Ki Te Rangi.
Your Museum will be open late every Tuesday evening until 8.30pm. Take in the relaxed atmosphere as the whole Museum is open for you to wander. Enjoy dinner or drinks at Tuitui Bistro & Café and browse our galleries at your own pace.
Let your tamariki explore the delights of the natural world with special pop-up sessions with our learning team in the beloved Weird & Wonderful children's gallery.
Exclusive to Auckland Museum Institute Members, enjoy a guided tour of the highlights of the Museum's collection and the Museum itself.
Get ready for one of the most interesting hours you’ll ever spend as our guide shows you around Auckland Museum. Explore our Museum’s most famous galleries and learn about Māori culture, achievements of Polynesian navigators and the unique nature of New Zealand.
Discover the stories of New Zealand and its people in one destination. The tour will be conducted fully in Mandarin.
New Members, take an exclusive orientation tour with us and familiarise yourself with Auckland Museum.
Museum Members, join us on a 45-minute guided tour of our new Tāmaki Herenga Waka Stories of Auckland galleries.
Take a 45 minute tour with one of our guides and discover what’s new at Auckland Museum. As your guide shares their knowledge with you on this fully accessible tour, with places to sit down and at a comfortable walking pace, you’ll discover the stories behind the incredible artworks in Te Ao Mārama South Atrium.