Against the backdrop of the Kaipara Harbour, 1km trail wind through a secluded valley displaying the beauty of iconic New Zealand landscapes with more than 40 sculptures by emerging and established New Zealand and international artists who are passionate about expressing their ideas through sculp

Explore the journeys made by migrants to New Zealand in a compelling exhibition inspired by real-life experiences. Created by social practice artist, Tiffany Singh, the installation personalises and unpacks the conversations around the process of resettling in Aotearoa.

‘Balls, Bullets & Boots, from rugby field to battlefield’ is a unique WWI commemorative exhibition that tackles the story of wartime rugby.

During the winter holidays, visitors to the Museum can experience being a rocket scientist for a day in Starbound - Mission: Solar and discover the secrets of the Sun in the newly opened exhibition, Sunlight – Ihi Kōmaru.

At MOTAT we’re all about hands-on learning, that’s why every Saturday and Sunday throughout July we are offering interactive activities that aim to inspire your imagination! MOTAT invites visitors to get creative while they explore the universe through art.

Over the next twenty years, Aotearoa’s Māori, Asian, and Pacific populations will grow to make up over 50% of the total population. The Asia-Pacific Century is an ongoing project that responds to this shift.

Come and celebrate Cook Islands culture with our local community in Glen Innes.
Presented by East Cook Islands Community Culture Group.

Calling all film buffs and science fiction lovers! Come together for food, fun and films, and experience a series of iconic sci-fi movies in MOTAT’s premiere innovation space, The Idea Collective.

We are celebrating Little Flick’s birthday and you are invited to join us. Dress up in your favourite attire for a chance to win spot prizes for the best-dressed Fire people. Learn more about the Little Flick as we read through its story or simply enjoy the cake and balloons at the party.

This pop-up exhibition developed by The Auckland Medical Museum Trust with support from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT), explains how the heart works, how heart disease is investigated, and the largely untold story of New Zealand’s leading role in the evolution of heart surgery.