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Brickman Awesome: Epic LEGO® Brick Creations is the latest exhibition from the mind of LEGO® Certified Professional, Ryan ‘The Brickman’ McNaught, on now at Auckland Museum. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to explore a world where everything is simply... awesome!
This small exhibition records changes over time to the shoreline of the Waitematā, and immediate surrounds through historical Auckland photography.
Pick up a trail map from the South Atrium and follow the clues around the Museum to discover bricks masquerading as Museum objects. Once you've completed the hunt, enter the draw to win… you’ve guessed it - an epic LEGO® prize pack.
This partnership exhibition with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei marks the 40th anniversary of the iwi's eviction from their ancestral lands on Takaparawhā Bastion Point.
Have you ever wondered what the Museum looked like 90 years ago? Join us for a fascinating guided tour, spanning almost 100 years, from the early designs to the building you see today.
Get up close to this huge LEGO® brick model of Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75 boat named Te Rehutai, the boat that was made to fly! Over 23,000 LEGO® bricks were used to create this impressive replica, which stands at over 2m high and 1.8m long.
The Incredible Rooftop Tour is on for a limited season this summer! Come up with us, hear the history and be amazed by the unbeatable views. Extended due to popular demand!
New Members, take an exclusive orientation tour with us and familiarise yourself with Auckland Museum.
We invite our Auckland Museum Institute Members to explore some of the best Auckland Museum has to offer on our Highlights Guided Tour! Feed your curiosity as our local guides share their knowledge and introduce you to our various galleries.
Don’t miss this once in a lifetime chance to explore the underground world where many of our treasures are stored. What’s waiting for you down there? Book today and find out.
Our annual Lest We Forget Poetry Competition is now open. This year's theme is Children of War - exploring how young people are impacted by conflict.
Your Museum will be open late every Tuesday evening until 8.30pm, starting 12 Jan. 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 new Hokohoko Museum Store.
On 25 March, Auckland Museum will be standing loud and proud, shining our rainbow into the night in celebration of Pride 2021 (postponed). So join us for a sophisticated evening of music and good company.
Coming mid-2022
This world-class exhibition from the British Museum will be well worth the wait.
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