Temporary Exhibitions

The Marie King Gallery is a versatile space which can be used for a variety of temporary displays and exhibitions. Check out what is currently on display.

Sea level rise and climate change

Sea level rise and climate change

The Kororāreka - Russell Wharf Kaitiaki Trust and Resilient Russell Charitable Trust are encouraging a conversation in the community about climate change and the impact of sea level rises will have on our community. To kick this off, they are holding an event and have...

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The Story of Managahāwea

The Story of Managahāwea

Russell Museum’s new exhibition, The Story of Managahāwea is a fascinating look at an extremely early site of first arrivals from Polynesia. Beneath the soil of its beautiful beachfront, archaeological evidence from a series of excavations under the...

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Saltwater in our Veins

Saltwater in our Veins

Ko Ahau Anō Tētahi i Reira, Saltwater in our Veins is another Russell Museum to Tuia 250, the national commemoration taking place in October 2019. Scrimshaw trophy on loan from Russell Boating Club An ambitious new exhibition charting the Bay’s long and...

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Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost

Paradise Lost Exhibition artworks reflecting the life and times of Daniel Solander, Swedish scientist on board the HM Endeavour.

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Whakaata – Contemporary Maori Art Prints

Whakaata – Contemporary Maori Art Prints

Whakaata looks to show a connection to a Maori print history.  It acknowledges this place, the proximity of Pompallier House with its historic printing press and its role in communication  during the time of early contact.  This exhibition presents...

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Opening hours

10.00 - 4.00 daily
Last visitors admitted at 3.45 pm