RELICS: A New World Rises
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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.
Celebrate the history of netball over the past 100 years in Aotearoa – from grassroots to the global stage. Sharing lesser-known histories and introducing visitors to the people who have shaped and supported netball in NZ, from the all-important bib washers to our global champions.
Experience LEGO® like never before in this immersive exhibition exploring a future where LEGO® minifigures have taken over and built intricate civilisations in discarded artefacts.
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.
Please join us for the 156th Annual General Meeting of the Auckland Museum Institute.
Historically, asbestos was used in a wide range of household, commercial and industrial applications but is now banned in most countries due to now known health consequences. Join Dr Dan Blanchon as he discusses the research and efforts into dealing with this deadly legacy.
Opening in October, Auckland Museum will celebrate the Mana newspaper, a community run newspaper published from 1977 to 1978 with content in 7 Pacific languages including Māori, and in English. Join curators Andrea Low, Paula Legel and Wanda Ieremia-Allan as they introduce AMI Members to the exhibition.
Aotearoa New Zealand is the largest emergent part of the mainly submerged Zealandia continent. Plate-boundary tectonic deformation is responsible for Aotearoa’s ongoing emergence, and its margins are constantly under attack by waves in the vast surrounding ocean. Join David Barrell as he seeks to determine a winner in the battle between the sea and the land.
Celebrate Mahuru Māori with a special performance showcasing the incredible talent of young Māori artists in the 2024 Waiata Anthems Taumata Programme.
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.
Revealed in the New Testament, 'apocalypse' means to reveal or disclose but culturally it has become connected to destruction. Join Professor Neal Curtis as he considers the creative apocalypse presented in RELICS: A New World Rises.
Join Dr Meg Parsons (Ngāpuhi/Ngāti Pākehā) for a talk exploring the radical environmental transformations that occurred during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and the often unintended, negative consequences of these changes, which may lead us to the future of RELICS: A New World Rises.
After four long years of German occupation, on the 4th of November 1918, the citizens of Le Quesnoy were finally freed by soldiers of the New Zealand Rifle Brigade. Join our speakers Celia Caughey, Jude Dobson, Dr Nathalie Philippe, Gail Romano and Andrew Thomas as they share their experiences from the creation of the New Zealand Liberation Museum - Te Arawhata, opened in October 2023. The introductory talks will be followed by a panel discussion chaired by Chantal Knowles.
Journey through amazing worlds in thrilling 3D, at Auckland Museum’s new pop-up cinema.
Strap in for an epic journey through history with time traveller, Dr When! Meet colourful characters from the past on a fun-filled family evening.
Come along for a special sensory-friendly Quiet Hours session in the RELICS: A New World Rises exhibition. Enjoy a comfortable environment that supports children and adults with autism and specific sensory needs.
Join us, the Royal New Zealand Air Force Association, and the Air Training Corps to commemorate the Battle of Britain and to remember all those who have fallen in the Air Forces. A parade and service accompanied by a flyover from the Warbirds will take place on the Court of Honour.
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.
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.
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.