17 days of Rykenberg Help identify the people and places in this exhibition of John Rykenberg photography from the 1950s and 60s.
Antarctica a tale to tell Images and historical narratives, from early exploration to the heroic age and 20th century Antarctica.
Auckland Akarana the Wonderful Isthmus Wonderful features of Auckland, from the 1800s through to more modern times.
Coming Home The return of troops after WWI and the impact of war on New Zealand, in postcards, letters and photographs.
Dominion Road Stories Stories from residents, shopkeepers and visitors to Dominion Road. This collection can now be viewed in Kura Heritage Collections Online.
Ferdinand von Hochstetter Memories of the father of New Zealand geology, including his diary, letters, books, sketches, and even dinosaur fossils.
For the love of books A selection of the best examples of fine book making, usually printed by hand or produced in very limited editions
Glen Eden stories Photographs and oral histories from Glen Eden people. This collection can now be viewed in Kura Heritage Collections Online.
Herman Schmidt A celebration of the life and work of award-winning Auckland photographer Herman John Schmidt.
Illuminated addresses Decorative first letters, borders and images on greetings that marked special occasions or achievements.
Is it real gold? Medieval books 1150-1510 Illuminated medieval manuscripts and early printed books decorated in gold with borders, initials and miniatures.
It takes a village A photo-voice exhibition reflecting the caretaking role of the extended family, neighbours, and the wider community
It'll be over by Christmas A selection of books, manuscripts, maps and photographs from the First World War.
Joking aside Caricatures, cartoons and comic illustrations from the 18th to 20th century, produced by international and New Zealand artists.
Manatunga Taonga Māori from our heritage collections including rare manuscripts, early published materials, photographs and drawings.
Maps of Symonds St Cemetery Maps of the Symonds Street cemetery showing the sections allotted to different denominations.
Nelson Relics Heritage items associated with Lord Nelson, famous for fighting in the Napoleonic Wars and the Battle of Trafalgar.
Ngā Tuāhine Tokowhitu o Matariki Soldiers Road artists Taaniko Nordstrom and Vienna Nordstrom present the Seven Sisters of Matariki.
Old & New: Recent additions to Sir George Grey Special Collections From zines to miniature books, hand coloured rose plates to blueprints - the diversity of material in this exhibition is sure to surprise and delight.
Old Favourites: famous children's books Illustrations from classic and well-loved children’s books such as Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan and Pinocchio.
Point of View: Scenic New Zealand A collection of glass plate negatives of scenic views of New Zealand, from Northland to Stewart Island.
Pūtahitanga Unique documents and rare books focusing on the interaction of Māori and Pakeha in the 1840s.
Real Gold: Treasures of Auckland City Libraries Treasures from our heritage collections, such as the first book printed in New Zealand and Māori language manuscripts
Rykenberg Help identify the people and places in this exhibition of John Rykenberg photography from the 1950s and 60s.
Say it with flowers A selection of cards with beautiful floral illustrations from our ephemera collection.
Shakespeare A collection of treasures highlighting some of the rare books and material by, or relating to, William Shakespeare.
The Big OE Souvenirs from New Zealanders’ overseas experience - from letters, diaries and scrapbooks to maps and photos
The Romantics: Jane Austen meets Frankenstein Illustrations and manuscripts from the Romantic movement, including pieces related to Jane Austen and Mary Shelley.