Marlborough Museum

The Museum is known for its Wairau Boulder Bank archaeology exhibition celebrating the landing of Maori at Te Pokohiwi in 1250 A.D. and the famous Jim Eyles Collection.
More recently the Wine Exhibition was created showcasing the history and importance of the wine industry in region.
There are also exhibits detailing other events in Marlborough history such as the landing of Captain James Cook, natural history, Victorian Rooms and the remarkable pottery collections of Elizabeth Lissaman, and Fran Maguire.
The Museum celebrates an inspiring collection of items which tell the story of Marlborough and it's people. 
Step outside, into the rest of Brayshaw Heritage Park, and be inspired by vintage cars, vintage machinery, and of course Beavertown, our replica street scene.

Marlborough Archives Research Hours
Marlborough Archives are part of the Museum complex. Our small team is made up of dedicated volunteers who always endeavour to do their best, but please help us by being patient, and plan ahead, so that we can help you as best as we can.
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phone +64 3 578 1712 during our opening hours to make arrangements outside of these times if necessary.