Ever wonder what’s hiding in the basement of the Museum?

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime chance to explore the underground world where 95% of our treasures are stored on our behind the scenes tour.

"The tour was brilliant. The tour guide really knows their stuff."

Our friendly and knowledgeable team is here to introduce you to the art, artists, stories and histories that make up our Gallery.

Tours last around 60 minutes and are limited to 15 people.

Mark your calendars, the Gallery, including its shop and café will be open late on Fridays from 10 am–9 pm.

Enjoy late-night shopping, entry to all exhibitions after-hours and a regular Friday night, 4 - 6 pm happy hour at our café.

From renowned Māori curator Ngahiraka Mason, A Very Different World is a platform to focus on wellbeing and a much-needed glimmer of hope for the future.

Note: Update to come

**Please note that due to Auckland moving to COVID Alert Level 3 until 6 March, the opening of this exhibition on 6 March has been postponed. Please check out the venue page to remain up-to-date on re-opening.**

Walk with the bees and let them take you on a journey through "A day in the life of Cornwall Park", our newest exhibition. Discover the interconnected threads that weave seamlessly together to make a flourishing and enhancing ecosystem.

Papakura and the surrounding districts have a long and unique military history. Much of the existing material focuses on the presence of the Papakura Military Camp, now SAS base.

The Small Sculpture Prize is a National Award for an original free-standing or wall sculpture up to 800mm in any direction and has a Premier prize of $3000 and a Merit Award of $1000.

The softstone method is easy to learn. Work as the block hardens and complete a sculpture in one rewarding day. First-timers and experienced artists love it! Create a simple but beautiful garden sculpture to keep or give to that someone special. Join us at Uxbridge for this fun workshop!

The New Zealand Warbirds Association is an umbrella body dedicated to the restoration, preservation and operation of service aircraft in full flying condition.