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Feel the Mana of 1970s protest in print, in the new exhibition that spotlights the groundbreaking newspaper that platformed Māori and Pacific voices across some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most defining years in activism.
Created by the Australian Museum, Sharks invites you to explore the fascinating, and often misunderstood, world of sharks. Learn through artefacts and tactile displays, learn all about conservation, sharks’ impact on oceans, and efforts to protect sharks.
The longest running and most prestigious nature photography competition in the world, direct from London's Natural History Museum. A must-see, world-class exhibition enjoyed all over the world by nature lovers and photographers.
One last time before the Sharks exhibition heads overseas, join Clinton Duffy, Curator of Marine Biology, and meet some of the denizens of the marine collections here at Auckland Museum. From the safety of your seat, dive deeper into the world of sharks with this guided talk, and even meet some of our most unique specimens like the Hammerhead Shark!
Join us for an evening of historic texts brought to life by exceptional performers. Presented in partnership with the Friends of the Alexander Turnbull Library.
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.
To celebrate Wildlife Photographer of the year arriving at Auckland Museum we are encouraging you to get up close and personal with the wildlife in your own backyard!
Join us at Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum for a conversation with Fatu Feu’u: Art is my culture and culture is in my art.
Pacific Dance Festival provides us with a sneak preview of a new work from the UNITEC School of Dance's Moana Showcase.
Come be part of our shark squad this summer! Pick up a free trail and glide through the galleries with your whānau seeking high and low for marvelous mangō (sharks).
Bring the whānau, join the dance, and celebrate Scotland heritage at our family-friend cultural day.
Your Museum will be open late every Tuesday evening until 8.30pm. 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 galleries at your own pace.
All the way from the Natural History Museum in London, join us for our Members' Preview of the world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition!
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 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.
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.