Framed first day cover commemorating the Trans-Antarctic crossing, 1958. Signed by Sir Vivien Fuchs and Sir Edmund Hilary and presented to Peter Mulgrew, RNZN who was the Chief Radio Electrician at Scott Base and a member of Hilary’s polar party.
More to explore.
Santa Flag
This flag was hand painted by crew from HMNZS Wellington.
Five Power Defence Arrangements
The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) were established in 1971.
Sweet Heart Badges
These tiny badges are known as ‘sweetheart’ jewellery.
Painting the Navy
Painting the Navy – celebrating 80 years of RNZN with Colin Wynn.
Red Bicycle
Red Bicycle used by Naval personnel in Second World War.
The ‘Beating’ Heart of the Navy
The drum has always played a special role in the military.
Sailor’s Grave
This grave marker was made for Able Seaman William Simpson.
A sailor’s diary – Battle of Kolombangara
AB Johnstone remembers the Battle of Kolombangara in his diary.
Te Kiwi Māia T-shirt and Contemporary Collecting
This T-shirt is one of the new items acquired for the collection.
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.