MUSEUM OF WELLINGTON CITY & SEA

You can get to the heart of the story here. Kei konei te wairua o tënei körero paki.

The Museum's programmes suit an integrated approach to curriculum delivery. Choose one of these programmes or talk to us about tailoring a programme to meet your teaching focus.

All levels - 1 to 7
Middle school, Intermediate & Junior College - level 3 to 5
Intermediate & Secondary - level 4 to 7

Booking is essential for all school groups. Education Services will email you with confirmation of your booking once all details are complete.

Most programmes cost $3 per student and run for 1 to 2 hours with FREE teaching resources. Plan your visit at least one term in advance so you don't miss out.

The Museum also features changing exhibitions and collaborative programmes with
Capital E, City Gallery Wellington, Cable Car Museum, Colonial Cottage Museum, East by West Ferry, Matiu Somes Island and Petone Settlers Museum. View the Teacher Resource for our latest feature exhibition The Making of The Word Witch. (PDF, 660kb)

All curriculum - levels 1 to 7:

		Wellington Inquiry Investigate the capital’s history and maritime importance from its mythical beginnings to the 21st century. A great way to start your Wellington experience. Activity sheet: Wellington Inquiry. Resources: Wellington Harbour Board & the Bond Store. Book now »
		Ship 'N Chips Trip ($25.00 per person) A whole-day excursion for groups of 35 to 80 people. All-in-one booking with just one phone call to experience: Museum of Wellington Return ferry trip on Wellington harbour Petone Settlers Museum Fish & Chips lunch Matiu Somes Island This is a full day excursion with lots of walking - duration 8.45 am to 2.45 pm. A comprehensive activity book is available as part of this programme. Payment is required in advance or on the day. Resources: Maori & European Settlement of Wellington, The Cobar. Book now »
Primary School - levels 1 to 3:
		Maori Myth and legend Explore the many ways stories can be told and develop appreciation of Maori interpretations of natural phenomena. Encounter the harbour taniwha - Ngake and Whataitai - and follow the exploits of mischievous demi-god Maui. Activity sheet: Maori Myth and Legend Resources: Wellington Harbour, Maori & European Settlement of Wellington. BOOK NOW»
middle school, intermediate & junior college - levels 3 to 5:
		plimmer's ark - SEARCH FOR THE INCONSTANT This supported, outside self-touring programme is a fun and educational experience around Queens Wharf and the near surrounds. Students explore the beginnings of Wellington’s harbour through an old wreck and the story of John Plimmer. A teacher resource kit is sent on request. Activity sheet:: Plimmer's Ark. Resources: Dog Island Lighthouse, John Plimmer. Book now »
		Te Whanganui-A-Tara - WELLINGTON HARBOUR Experience the wharf and the Museum. A look at the major factors of change around Wellington’s waterfront. This programme covers: earthquakes, reclamation, conservation, sail, steam and container ships; and one of Wellington’s founding fathers, John Plimmer. Activity sheet: Te Whanganui a Tara. Resources: Wellington Harbour, The Cobar, Reclamations in Lambton Harbour, Wellington Harbour Board & The Bond Store. Book now »
intermediate & secondary school - levels 3 to 6:
		Te Waka Wahine & MARITIME DISASTERS Understand the concept of cause and effect in a disaster through one of these FOUR programmes: Cause & Effect – overview with decision making (levels 4 to 6) Court of Inquiry – research and role play. A link programme with Capital E's ONTV programme. The Wahine & Other Shipwrecks – the Penguin, Mikhail Lermontov and many of the 250 shipwrecks on Wellington's coastline. The Wahine Experience - Link programme with Capital E. Activity sheets: Wahine Cause & Effect, Wahine & Other Shipwrecks, Wahine Court of Inquiry. Resources: The Wahine, Wreck of the Penguin, Union Steam Ship Company. Book now » Please note, the Wahine Exhibition can be disturbing for students
NCEA 1 and 2 - lEVELS 5 TO 6:
		NCEA Geography: Wellington’s Changing Waterfront Includes exploration of reclamation, earthquakes, suburban/urban shift and a presentation from Wellington Waterfront Ltd on future developments (subject to availability). Resources: NZ Fishing Industry, Reclamations in Lambton Quay, Union Steam Ship Company. Book now »
		NCEA History Programme includes templates with student guidelines and questions prompting how to analyse and evaluate different kinds of resources - both primary and secondary. Wahine case study - NCEA level 2 Students evaluate primary and secondary resources, exploring different perspectives and interpretations in a case study of a profound historical event. Evaluating Sources- NCEA level 3 The 1900 Wellington Exhibition and film provides students with (primary and secondary) artefacts. Resources: The Wahine, Plimmer's Ark, John Plimmer, Reclamations in Lambton Quay, Wellington Harbour Board & the Bond Store, link programme with Capital E . Book now »
lINK PROGRAMMES - 1 Booking, 1 programme, 2 or more venues. VARIETY OF LEVELS:
		THE MUSEUM OF WELLINGTON LINKS WITH: Colonial Cottage Museum - Early Settlement Capital E - Reseach and produce a TV show. *Time Watch:* Roll play and TV interviews. Yr 5 to 11 *Wahine Experience:* Create a news programme based on the 1968 disaster. Yr 5 to 11 Other programme links include: New Dowse, Department of Conservation and the East by West Harbour Ferry. Book now »
resources for teachers:
		trip kit & rams The Museum offers a comprehensive planning kit with all the forms needed to answer communication and safety needs for students, school and MoE. Accommodation and transport contacts are included. All forms can be copied and re-used. Send us an Education Booking Enquiry at least 1 term in advance, and use these RAMS when planning your trip. You can also use the free factsheets for more background information. After your visit please spend a moment on our evaluation form. It helps us to help you.