Current and upcoming exhibitions
From ancient civilisations to the world's wildlife, the range of exhibitions coming to Auckland Museum has something for everyone. And remember, Museum Members get unlimited free access to all paid exhibitions as well as many more benefits. Find out more about becoming a member here.
ON NOW
Feel the Mana of 1970s protest in print, in the new exhibition that spotlights the groundbreaking newspaper that platformed Māori and Pacific voices across some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most defining years in activism.
Upcoming exhibitions
Check out a sneak-peek of our future exhibitions below, and sign up to our What's On e-newsletter to be the first to know when tickets go on sale.
Sharks
FROM DEC 2025
Created by the Australian Museum, Sharks invites you to explore the fascinating, and often misunderstood, world of sharks. Come face-to-face with life-sized scientifically accurate shark models, including one of the most famous and feared species of shark, the Great White Shark. Learn through artefacts and tactile displays; be immersed in a 3D interactive scan of a shark body; and see the world in a 360-degree view through the eyes of a Hammerhead Shark.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, a quarter of the world's sharks are threatened with extinction. Sharks presents the very latest information on conservation, sharks’ impact on oceans, and efforts to protect sharks.
Past exhibitions
Missed an exhibition? Explore our online content and exhibition archive here.
SUN JUN 28 - SUN 19 OCT 2025
From opera goddesses and silent movie stars to Hollywood legends and today’s global megastars, this spectacular international exhibition came exclusively to Auckland Museum from the V&A in London. Including show-stopping costumes, fashion, photography, and music, DIVA explored the power, ambition, and artistry of some of the most legendary performers in history.
Go beyond the walls of the Museum to discover past exhibitions online, as well as bonus content from current special exhibitions.
Go back through the years of Auckland Museum exhibitions.
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