What’s On

The Warkworth Museum news page tells you all about our upcoming events, exhibitions, displays and activities.

Admission

Adult: $7

Child (6-16 years old, under 6 are Free): $3

Family (2 Adults plus children): $15

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Opening Hours

Open Daily from 10 am to 3pm

Closed – Christmas Day, Good Friday and the morning of Anzac Day.

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Exhibitions

Our exhibits and collections which date back to the 1800s provide visitors with a realistic glimpse of the rich, varied and interesting history of not only Warkworth but its surrounding districts.  Complementing our permanent displays we also have temporary exhibits which focus on a particular aspect of the past.

Early Settlement

Your tour through the museum begins with a summary of the early settlement of the area.  This ranges from a glimpse of items that relate to the first settlement by Māori through to the later arrival of Europeans in their search for timber and the subsequent development of the shipbuilding industry.

Development of the Area

The next section shows the development of Warkworth and the surrounding areas.  It illustrates such things as the special nature of various settlements as well as events and activities that were part of earlier times in the district.

Upstairs

The displays on the next floor are aimed at showcasing aspects of daily life in the past, both domestic and commercial.  It also houses the textiles department’s display area which is a rotating display designed to showcase their extensive collection.

Outside

As well as exploring buildings and equipment that are part of the history of the community, you can also see the building that houses equipment, machinery and various items that relate mainly to early industry in the area.  This building is not always open.

New Exhibitions

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 of New Zealand will feature...

WILSON CEMENT WORKS EXHIBITION

WILSON CEMENT WORKS EXHIBITION

The Wilson Cement Works Exhibition tells the tale of one of New Zealand's early entrepreneurs who played a pivotal role in the production of Portland Cement in Warkworth.

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 unique story. Our crochet and...

Events and News

There are always lots of events and happenings at the Warkworth Museum. To keep up to date or to find out about what is happening or upcoming events check out our Events Calendar.

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

Event Series Mahurangi Moana

Mahurangi Moana

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

Alongside the two Te Papa displays, Museum volunteers have partnered with local conservation groups to present Mahurangi Moana an interactive exhibition designed to ignite curiosity about our marine ecosystems. Through fun activities and captivating displays, children can discover their own passion for the aquatic life right on their doorstep. This unique combination of national treasures […]

Clever Crustaceans Mawhiti Tino Rawe

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

Clever Crustaceans is a playful exploration of the bizarre and diverse world of five marine crustaceans. They can change their shape, circle the globe, and maybe even cure cancer. Te Papa have also developed an activity book for ages 5 to 10 to accompany the exhibition.  Click Here to download the activity book Developed and toured […]

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Contact Us

+09 425 7093
warkworthmuseum@xtra.co.nz

Find Us

The Parry Kauri Park
Tudor Collins Drive
Warkworth
New Zealand 0910
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Opening Hours

Daily 10am to 3pm
Closed Christmas Day, Good Friday & Anzac Day morning