Wellington Museum
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Location
3 Jervois Quay, Wellington 6011
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Opening hours
Mon-Sun, 10.00am-5.00pm
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Admission
Free Entry
Wellington’s rich history is unmistakable as you wander down Cuba Street, stroll along the waterfront or take a jaunt down to Oriental Bay. This city has an enchanting story, and Wellington Museum is the place to hear it.
The history of Wellington not only lives inside the building but on the outside too. Built-in 1892, the heritage building was designed by Frederick de Jersey Clere and despite its magnificent exterior was used as a bonded cargo warehouse holding goods up until the mid-1970s.
Inside, Wellington Museum celebrates the people and the events that have shaped the character and soul of the Capital City of New Zealand and it’s region. Visitors are transported to the 1800s, and then explore the city’s metamorphosis. The Ngā Heke exhibition showcases prized taonga, Te Whanganui a Tara (The Great Harbour of Tara), and contemporary work from Māori artists and poets.
Reach the top floor and you’ll be greeted by the delightfully bizarre; The Attic, which embraces the more peculiar side of Wellington’s history. Explore, listen, and even time travel.
The Museum is located at the heart of Wellington’s waterfront, just two minutes from the shopping on Lambton Quay and the iconic cable car. It is free and listed as one of the must-dos while in the world’s coolest little capital.
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Collection Strengths
Social history
Taonga Māori
Technology
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Facilities
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Public programmes
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Guided tours
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Wheelchair access
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Function space
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Toilets
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Shop
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Other facilities
Education service / Visitor Experience including personalised tours and birthday parties / Venue hire / Seasonal events
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Contact
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