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Ngā Huhua: Abundance
On now - 5 July, 10am–5pm | Free with museum entry
Dive into a deep blue world teeming with life in Ngā Huhua: Abundance, an immersive exhibition celebrating the lifeforce of Te Moana-nui-a-Toi, the outer Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, just beyond Auckland’s shores.
Honu and Blue's Sealife Clues storytime
Sat 28 Feb & Sun 1 Mar, 10.30am & 12pm | Free, bookings required
Celebrate Seaweek at the Maritime Museum with a fun‑filled weekend as we premiere the delightful new story Honu and Blue’s Sealife Clues!
Auckland Wooden Boat Festival
Sat 14 - Sun 15 March, 10am - 5pm | Free event
Celebrating the craftmanship of wooden boats and the stories they hold, join us for the 2026 Auckland Wooden Boat Festival. Activities take place all weekend long at the New Zealand Maritime Museum, Percy Vos Boat Yard, Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour.
Percy Vos Boat Shed Open Day
Sat 14 & Sun 15 March, 10am - 5pm | Free
Step inside the iconic Percy Vos Boat Shed and see traditional boatbuilding come alive as part of the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival.
Teds on Ted
28 March, 10.30am, 11.30am & 1.30pm | From $20pp
Get ready for a grand Ted-venture! Grab your teddy bears and bring them along for a sailing on heritage vessel Ted Ashby!
Make Days
Select Sundays, 10am - 2pm | Free with museum entry
Drop into the Maritime Museum on selected dates and take home a free, whānau-friendly craft.
Free Guided Museum Tours
Thu - Sun, 10:30am | Free with museum entry
Dive deeper with a complimentary tour from one of our friendly volunteer guides.
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