Auckland Museum has a strong bicultural identity and acts as kaitiaki for an outstanding and significant collection of Māori taonga.
The Museum has two dedicated Māori galleries and showcases Māori performers on a regular basis. Check back here for upcoming events.
Gain genuine insight into Māori culture in this unique, enriching experience. Hear beautiful songs, witness the incredible haka in action and learn about the endurance of Māori people throughout history.
Read moreA recent estimate of taonga overseas in museum collections starts at 16,000. These treasures primarily date to pre-1900, and are rich and diverse, yet knowledge about them remains elusive.
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