Celebrating Warkworth’s Sport, Clubs, and the 1950 Empire Games

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

In 1950, Auckland hosted the British Empire Games (now the Commonwealth Games) — the largest international sporting event New Zealand had ever seen. Held just five years after WWII, the Games were a chance to celebrate sport and strengthen ties across the Commonwealth. Our latest display, which is part of the Auckland Heritage Festival 2025,  […]

Celebrating Warkworth’s Sport, Clubs, and the 1950 Empire Games

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

In 1950, Auckland hosted the British Empire Games (now the Commonwealth Games) — the largest international sporting event New Zealand had ever seen. Held just five years after WWII, the Games were a chance to celebrate sport and strengthen ties across the Commonwealth. Our latest display, which is part of the Auckland Heritage Festival 2025,  […]

Celebrating Warkworth’s Sport, Clubs, and the 1950 Empire Games

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

In 1950, Auckland hosted the British Empire Games (now the Commonwealth Games) — the largest international sporting event New Zealand had ever seen. Held just five years after WWII, the Games were a chance to celebrate sport and strengthen ties across the Commonwealth. Our latest display, which is part of the Auckland Heritage Festival 2025,  […]

Crank Up Day – NEW DATE !!!

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Join us for Crank Up Day, when our historic engines are brought back to life. Visit the engine shed and outdoor engine area to see these impressive machines running and […]

Discover Volunteering at Warkworth Museum

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Join us for a Volunteer Information Session and discover what volunteering at Warkworth Museum is all about.Find out what volunteers do, explore flexible role options, and learn how much time […]

Tea & Talk: Warkworth through the eyes of the Rodney and Otamatea Times

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Join us for an engaging talk with Carolyn Cooper, exploring Warkworth’s past as recorded in the pages of the Rodney and Otamatea Times. Discover how local news, stories, and advertisements reveal the everyday life, events, and personalities of our district. The talk will be followed by tea and coffee Cost: $15 Bookings essential: warkworthmuseum@xtra.co.nz

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School holiday fun: Experience the Parry Kauri Park

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Experience the Parry Kauri Park these school holidays! Join volunteers Graeme, Eileen and Ray for a fun and educational morning exploring our beautiful native trees. Children will learn about kahikatea, […]

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School holiday fun: Experience the Parry Kauri Park

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Experience the Parry Kauri Park these school holidays! Join volunteers Graeme, Eileen and Ray for a fun and educational morning exploring our beautiful native trees. Children will learn about kahikatea, rimu, supplejack, lancewood, nikau, silver fern, kawakawa and kauri through hands-on activities in the park. Monday 13th April 10am – 12pm $10 per child Suitable for ages 7–13(Children […]

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Tea & Talk: The History of the Warkworth Brass Band

Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New Zealand

Join Dianne Morgan in exploring the rich history of the Warkworth Brass Band and its role in the social and cultural life of our town. Tea and coffee will be served after the talk. Cost: $15 Bookings essential: warkworthmuseum@xtra.co.nz

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