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
Opening Hours
Open Daily from 10 am to 3pm
Closed – Christmas Day, Good Friday and the morning of Anzac Day.
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
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
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
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.
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
Colossal Squid Freaky Features, Ngu Tipua
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandThe Colossal Squid Freaky features display, showcases parts of the complete iconic specimen on permanent display at Te Papa, centred around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating […]
Mahurangi Moana
Warkworth Museum The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive, Warkworth, Warkworth, New ZealandAlongside 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 […]
General Enquiry
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