Ngā whakaaturanga | Exhibitions
Animal Antics:
Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Get ready for a roaring good time at Animal Antics, our hilarious exhibition curated from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Collection.
Join us on an unforgettable journey into the wild, where laughter and awe collide.
Immerse yourself in a world of mischievous monkeys, clumsy cats, and photobombing fish, captured in their most comical moments.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to see the animal kingdom like never before – it's guaranteed to be a wild and uproarious adventure!
Image: Outsourcing seat belt checks, Graeme Guy
Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature
Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature is a thought-provoking exhibition which delves into the world of birds, bones and bugs, showcasing natural history highlights from the Museum’s collection.
Precious specimens on display range from majestic Toroa (Southern Royal Albatross) and Snowy Owls to New Zealand’s newest celebrity, the pūteketeke! Visitors can marvel at delicate pūrerehua (butterflies and moths) and insects, peer into a whale’s eardrum or imagine the strength of a tiger’s skull.
Te Hītori Aotūroa celebrates the beauty and diversity of nature and encourages visitors to ponder the changing ethics and practices of natural history collection within museums.
Regional Gallery
PERMANENT EXHIBITION
Explore the rich heritage and natural history of the Nelson Tasman region in our permanent gallery.
This exhibition leads visitors through an exploration of Te Tauihu, the top of the South Island. This treasure-filled gallery focuses on the region's fascinating history and identity, offering an opportunity for hours of discovery.
Free for Nelson Tasman residents.