Galleries 

Auckland Museum is located in a neo-classical, symmetrical building three storeys high, with each floor telling a major Museum story. 

Ground Floor

The ground level tells the story of Pacific People; Māori, Pakeha, the peoples of Oceania and other newcomers. These spaces examine the diversity of Pacific Island communities and the astonishing beauty of the objects they have produced. 

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Level One

Origins Gallery

The natural history galleries tell New Zealand's evolutionary story and describe our unique environment from mountain top to the ocean depths. 

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Level Two

In our short history warfare has played a major role in shaping New Zealand's identity. These galleries, situated on Level 2, tell the story of New Zealand's involvement in wars from the New Zealand Wars to East Timor. 

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