Painting – HMS Philomel
Acrylic on board painting ‘HMS Philomel in the Mediterranean, 1915’ by Colin Wynn. Painting was presented to the Navy Museum in October, 1991.
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To a Mother, from a loving Son
Personal collection of Peter Allen including letters to his Mother.
Minesweeper’s Gloves
Minesweeper’s gloves were made by home crafters and sent to ship’s crews.
International Women’s Day
In celebration of 2021 International Women’s Day we highlight Ruth Herrick.
Love is in the air
Sub Lt Francis and his bride, L/Wren Patricia Rowe married in London in 1944.
Christmas Cards
View a selection of Christmas cards from the Museum’s collection.
He Rā Maumahara
He Rā Maumahara national day of remembrance of the New Zealand Wars
United Nations Day
October 24th, 2020 75th anniversary of the establishment of United Nations.
Celebrating World Food Day
Celebrating World Food Day 16 October through items from our collection.
Oil on Velvet
Oil on velvet painting of HMS Diomede in Auckland during the 1930s.
Watercolour – Battle of the Falkland Islands
Watercolour depicting the Battle of the Falkland Islands, 8 December 1914.
Portable Altar
This wooden case contains a portable altar used at sea by Reverend Henry G. Taylor.
War Time Bank Note
Bank note issued in 1942 by Japanese government for use in Dutch East Indies.
Operation Struggle
Midget submarine XE3 carried out a successful attack on a Japanese cruiser.
Precious Bag
Some sailors would write home every day whilst away at sea.
Auckland’s White Elephant
Admiralty House, Auckland built in the early 20th Century was controversial.
Striking Carving
Carving given to HMNZS Taupo re the 1951 Watersiders Strike.
Signalling Victory and Survival
White Ensign made by New Zealanders in a Japanese POW Camp.
Suitcase with a story
This small brown suitcase has a fascinating story from WW2.
Roll of Honour World War One
Roll of Honour of New Zealanders who served at sea in WW1.
Wrens
Brief history of women’s war service in New Zealand Navy.