The New Zealand National Maritime Museum

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The NZ National Maritime Museum is situated at the heart of Auckland's downtown waterfront area.

Opened to the public in August 1993 and proclaimed as a "new generation" museum with no precedent in New Zealand, the New Zealand National Maritime Museum is truly a very different kind of cultural institution and tourist attraction.

The NZ National Maritime Museum offers:-

	¤	The Pacific Discovery Theatre and the presentation Te Waka: Our Great Journey. The museum's orientation experience.
	¤	14 Main Exhibition Galleries showcasing New Zealand's maritime history.
	¤	Heritage vessels, (steam and sail) for inspection and cruises.
	¤	A varied and interesting Education programme, both on and off the water, including 'sleepovers'.
	¤	Visiting vessels in the museum's marina.
	¤	The Edmiston Gallery - Maritime Art treasures.
	¤	Changing exhibitions - both visiting exhibitions and from our own collection.
	¤	Opportunities for volunteers with an interest in people and/or things maritime.
	¤	Line7 America's Cup store, cafe, & Visitor Information Centre on-site.
	¤	Sail with Pride of Auckland Cruises.
	¤	An active 'Friends' membership programme.
	¤	Research and library facilities.
	¤	A unique convention, conference and functions centre, 'The Maritime Room' with unsurpassed sea views.
	¤	School holiday programmes, educational fun for children.
	¤	... lots more!

Open 7-days except Christmas Day
Hours: 9 am to 6 pm (5 pm from Easter to October)
(The museum is currently open from 9am to 5 pm; last entry 4.30pm)

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