Closed Sat 29 Nov
The Museum will be closed on Saturday 29 November due to unforeseen circumstances. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.…
Reference no. AAG 0161
Naval Battles & Operations
Remembering the Battle of Kolombangara.
On the morning of July 12, 1943, a large Japanese force was spotted heading towards the islands of Kolombangara and New Georgia in the Solomon Islands; they were to make an indelible mark on New Zealand naval history.
We’re featuring
Christmas Carols at the Museum
Join the RNZN Band and the museum team for family-friendly Christmas Carols – 6pm, Wednesday 3rd December.
Director Retires
David Wright, Director of the Navy Museum is signing off.
Navigate with the Navy
Workshop to learn the basics of navigation with NZ Navy experts – next workshop late 2025.
Meet Ann
Ann – Casual Guide Host
Metal Ashtray – Artefact Unpacked
During AB Philips time serving in the RN in the Baltic he created this ashtray.