DIVE IN AND DISCOVER OUR MARINE WORLD

DIVE IN AND DISCOVER OUR MARINE WORLD

A Trio of Marine Marvels at Warkworth Museum A fascinating series of feature exhibitions are set to captivate visitors at Warkworth Museum from 29 May to 17 August 2025.  Showcasing the wonders of marine life, two touring exhibitions from Te Papa Tongarewa, the Museum...
Tea & Talk: Bob Penniket, museum curator and keen naturalist

Tea & Talk: Bob Penniket, museum curator and keen naturalist

Join Sue Wynard and Andrew Penniket as they share stories and insights about their dad, Bob Penniket. A long term resident of Mahurangi and Warkworth, Bob was a keen naturalist , local historian and one of the founders of the Warkworth and Districts Museum. He...
How to look after your treasured textiles

How to look after your treasured textiles

Unlock the secrets of textile care with Dr. Tracey Wedge, textile conservator and dress historian! Join us for an enlightening introduction on preserving your cherished family textiles. Bring along your favorite treasure and gain valuable insights on the do’s...
TEXTILES, FROM OLD TO NEW

TEXTILES, FROM OLD TO NEW

As part of the Mahurangi Artist Studio Trail 2024, we showcase heritage quilts, crochet and embroidery, together with more modern creations made by our talented volunteers.  You will be mesmerized by the intricate details and artistry of the quilts, each telling a...
A JOURNEY THROUGH COMMUNICATION

A JOURNEY THROUGH COMMUNICATION

Discover a journey through time with our captivating heritage telephone collection. Explore iconic telecommunication artifacts that narrate the evolution of communication, from vintage rotary dials to timeless classics. Ray Jensen’s passion for telephones began...