Exhibitions in Auckland

Mandela My Life: The Official Exhibition opens at 10am on Saturday 13 April at the iconic Eden Park, where in 1981 flour bombs were dropped in protest at the Apartheid regime and the ongoing imprisonment of the future South African president.

Revved up, fully charged, and challenging the status quo! MOTAT’s latest exhibition, Accelerate: Driving New Zealand, delves into the past, present and future of New Zealand’s relationship with vehicles.

The Hall of Memories hosts two display cases, each showcasing an overarching theme of faith and the soldier.

After being on loan to other institutions for over 2 years, the Te Pahi medal returns to Auckland Museum.

Presented to Ngāpuhi chief Te Pahi by Governor of NSW, Philip Gidley King, this medal was offered as a token of esteem for their friendship and the sharing of knowledge.

This display explores some of the history surrounding the Treaty of Waitangi, and Treaty settlement process here in Auckland.

Treaty of Waitangi exhibit.

The Treaty was signed in 1840 by representatives of the British Crown and more than 500 Māori rangatira (chiefs).

A collective of Pacific and Māori fashion designers, artists, and performers, the Pacific Sisters electrified 1990s Auckland, bringing the ground-breaking style of an urban, New Zealand–born Pacific generation to the mainstream.

Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens is a unique 2km sculpture trail set in a tranquil, rural garden oasis, and is a fun, inspiring contemporary art and garden experience for all ages, with over 40 sculptures on display at all times.

Have fun exploring cutting-edge science in this inspiring new family exhibition opening on Friday 17 May.

Hands-on interactives will help visitors get to grips with the science of photonics, advanced materials and nanotechnology.

This year marks the 200th anniversary since the birth of Queen Victoria.

Learn about the life of a Princess, a Queen, a Wife, a Mother.

Manurewa Arts Centre is holding an art exhibition in celebration of Matariki! Featuring artists Rangituhia Hollis, Jeremy Leatinu’u, Nathan Suniula, Salome Tanuvasa.