Te Papa Store — Local services in North Island

No logical way to view the exhibits and most of the exhibits are on different levels so is difficult to get to them. This is supposed to be New Zealand's national museum the museum. It should be the best of the best. Sadly it's not it's run more like a corporate office building with large amounts of the building are taken up with corporate functions, and a very limited selection of displays.

There is no doubt that the displays they do have are of exceptional quality if a little PC. Where is the display on NZ kiwiana, or a display on NZ original inventions. What happened to the world's most amazing collection of colonial furniture?. Or the amazing display of Chinese pottery. There is not even a display of New Zealand's Moa bird, There is A display of horse bones claiming to be Phar Lap Sadly in my opinion with the desire to be trendy most of the really interesting exhibits have been put under lock and key in storage never to...

Firstly, this museum is incredibly resourced with abundances of fun and areas to learn for both adults and children. However, my 5/5 rating is mainly thanks to a Team member who was working at the lovely museum gift store on 09/08/21 - Daniel. Daniel was so helpful to us when we mentioned our intentions to travel the South Island afterward, he went out of his way to provide us recommendations on where to visit during our travels. Daniel was also super helpful to my son with choosing what to purchase. Please pass on our special thanks and know that staff members like Daniel make a huge impact on creating a friendly, welcoming and memorable museum...

Wow what an interesting store, so many great artist showcasing their work. So many original pieces of beautifully crafted items...that you could imagine being in your home, or being brought as a gift. Even had a interesting collection of books, which was a surprise. Natural perfumes, light shades, plenty of jewellery, art, massive NZ flag designed differently, children to adult clothing, the list goes on... Definitely a store that offers something for everyone, from babies clothes, young children toys and products, to older generation, and everyone in between. Easily spent over an hour browsing at all on offer. Very...