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Do you want to know what is it that makes New Zealand tick? Well, if that’s so, then ensure visiting New Zealand Museums and you’ll come up with the answer. Each of the major Museums in New Zealand is known for its own set of specialties. For instance, if you want to see a Striking Collection of Polynesian & Maori Artifacts then you can pay a visit to The Auckland Museum. For Modern & Interactive Learning Experience Wellington’s Te Papa is a must see. Those interested to take an in-depth look at the Social & Natural History of the South Island should visit Dunedin’s Otago Museum. This is not the end; you’ll find loads of options from The Provincial Cities as well, say for instance you have Nelson’s Wearable Art Museum and New Plymouth’s Puke Ariki. The surprising and eccentric features of small museums deserve a mention as well. They are known for their diverse subject matter starting from Kauri Trees, Cable Cars, Coal & Gold Mining, Toys, Caves, Army Equipment, Volcanic Eruptions, Trains, Planes and Boats.

Top museums in New Zealand

  • If you Want to know about The history of New Zealand military aviation then try visiting The Air Force Museum of New Zealand in Christchurch. Here, you’ll find marvelous collections of Weapons, Aircraft, Engines, Medals, Parachutes and Pin-Ups.
  • Aratoi Wairarapa Museum of Art & History is renowned for showcasing the best International Art of New Zealand. The museum displays a series of Collections, Exhibitions, Events and Public Programs for celebrating the Cultural, Artistic & Natural Heritage of the Wairarapa.
  • Army Museum was designed for acquiring, preserving as well as displaying military history of New Zealand.
  • Auckland War Memorial Museum is a major museum in Auckland that preserves the largest collections of Maori & Polynesian Artifacts.
  • The New Zealand Fashion Museum in Auckland is the first museum to treasure a complete collection of New Zealand Future, Present and Past Fashion. It also serves as a host to Live Events and Exhibitions.
  • Voyager New Zealand Maritime Museum in Auckland comprises of eight galleries and the entire museum is spread over three layers of exhibition space. Here you’ll get a chance to explore The Maritime History starting from The Early Polynesia Explorers and extending up to the modern day triumphs at The America’s Cup.
  • Otago Museum in Dunedin is the most visited museum in New Zealand. Here you can discover marvelous Collections, Exhibitions, Nature, Culture and Heritage from all over the world,
  • Pataka Museum in Wellington is known for its collections of Maori, New Zealand and Pacific Art.
  • The Rugby Museum in New Zealand is The First or rather The Oldest Museum in the world that is dedicated to the oval ball code. It is known for its amazing collection of Rugby Records and memorabilia together with the rarest collections of Rugby Artifacts. The all-embracing photo library offers detailed and rare coverage of the appearance of New Zealand as an important rugby power. Some of the displays that you’ll find here include collections of Rugby Badges and Rugby Caps to name a few. The museum also has a sound system that offers a Rugby Background whereas you can watch the recent videos as well.
  • The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa is located in Wellington, New Zealand. This National Museum is referred to as “Our Place” and “Te Papa”. "Te Papa Tongarewa" in simple English implies “the place of treasures of this land”. The collection code of the museum is MNZ.
  • The New Zealand Police Museum reflects the rich and glorious history of New Zealand. Historical Objects as well as Original Evidence are used in displays which narrates the story how New Zealand’s Police came into the limelight. Additionally, you’ll also explore the fluctuating role in areas like alcohol and drug enforcement. Most of the important historical events also feature the 1981 Springbok Tour, 1913 Strikes, The Erebus Plane Disaster as well as the explosion of The Rainbow Warrior.
  • Wanganui Regional Museum- An all-embracing collection of Human & Natural History with an emphasis on the regional arena adds to the prominence of this museum. It includes a collection of both International as well as National Significance.
  • The Dowse is an equally important museum in Lower Hutt that serves as a host to Multiple Events and Exhibitions.
  • Whangarei Art Museum is known for its rare collection of Contemporary Art.
  • In addition to those, mentioned above, other museums that have their base in New Zealand include -  Southland Museum and Art Gallery, Taupo Museum, Waimarino Museum, Waihi Museum and Art Gallery, Canterbury Museum, Christchurch City Art Gallery, Christ's College Museum, Devonport Museums, Rotorua Museum of Art and History to name a few

So, start planning for a trip to New Zealand and don’t forget to add museums to your list!



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