This beautiful intricate writing desk was created by William Seuffert (1858 – 1943). He gained the artistry and finesse to create this in the workshop of his master craftsman father Anton Seuffert.
This collection highlight brings together photos and letters which tell the story of the Anzac evacuation of Gallipoli - from a change in the weather to written reflections on the campaign.
One of our Collection Managers came across these mysterious objects in storage, they are described as "lead weights for embroidery". Do you know how they would have been used?
A new book written and published by former Auckland Museum Librarian Ian Thwaites. It is full of anecdotes and biographical history providing a record of memories and accomplishments of those who contributed to this well-regarded institution.
Mary Gould was a NZ Army nurse who served on hospital ships throughout WWI. Her sketchbook contains numerous contributions from patients and the people she met along her journey.
In celebration of Tokelau Language Week (25 – 31 October 2015) we have installed tuluma (fishing box and chest) and matau (fish hooks) in a display case in our Te Kākano Information Centre.
In celebration of Fiji language week (5 – 11 October 2015) we have installed a ulu cavu (wig) and a I seru kau (wooden comb) in our Te Kākano display case. Daren Kamali has composed two poems in response to these two works in English and incorporating Fiji language.
In celebration of Tuvalu language week (27 September – 3 October 2015) we have installed five Tala o Tuvalu, Stories of Tuvalu newspapers in our Te Kākano display case.
