by Victoria | Dec 19, 2025 | Events and News, New Exhibitions, Now On
We’re excited to share a charming (and cheeky!) new display at the museum: Behind Closed Drawers — a peek into the hidden world of women’s underwear. From sturdy corsets to elegant slips and practical bloomers, each piece offers a glimpse into how people lived,...
by Victoria | Sep 11, 2025 | Events and News, New Exhibitions, Now On
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...
by Victoria | May 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
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...
by Victoria | Mar 21, 2025
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...
by Warkworth Museum | Jan 30, 2024 | Now On
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...
