Museum open 2 pm - 4 pm
on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month.
(on the second Sunday there is a speaker from 2-3pm, general admission from 3-4pm)
Weekday group visits by arrangement
phone 0274 282 007
Get Involved
Birkenhead Museum is cared for by a passionate group of local volunteers who share a love for preserving the history of Birkenhead and the surrounding communities of Northcote Point, Birkdale, Beach Haven and Glenfield. There are many ways you can support the museum, whether by volunteering your time, becoming a member, donating items, or contributing financially.
Every contribution helps us continue to preserve local stories and keep the museum open for the community.
Volunteer
We are a dedicated group of volunteers passionate about preserving our area’s unique history and heritage, and we always welcome new people who are keen to help make a difference in our community.
Volunteers help in many ways: welcoming visitors, sharing local stories, assisting with displays, cataloguing artifacts, and helping with events and talks.
If you enjoy local history or simply want to contribute to the community, we would love to hear from you.
To find out more, please contact us info@birkenheadmuseum.org.nz
Share a Story or Donate an Item
Do you have photographs, documents, or objects connected with Birkenhead or Northcote’s history?
We are always interested in hearing from members of the community who may have items or stories to share. From family photographs and local business memorabilia to everyday objects that reflect life in earlier times, these contributions help enrich the stories we share with visitors.
As the museum is housed in a small historic villa, we carefully consider donations to ensure they are appropriate for the character and scale of the museum.
If you have something you would like us to consider, please contact us at info@birkenheadmuseum.org.nz
Become a Member
Membership helps support the ongoing work of the museum and the preservation of Birkenhead’s heritage.
Members enjoy connecting with others who share an interest in local history and receive our newsletter, invitations to guest speakers, heritage visits and special events.
Annual Membership Fees
Junior – $5
Single – $25
Couple / Family – $35
Please pay directly into our bank account:
ASB: 12-3035-0511576-00
BIRKENHEAD HERITAGE SOCIETY
Email info@birkenheadmuseum.org.nz with your full name, address, email, mobile number and membership type to confirm your membership.
Make a donation
Financial donations to the Birkenhead Heritage Society help support the operation of Birkenhead Museum and the preservation of our local history.
Donations help us care for the museum building, restore historic items, run educational programmes, and continue sharing the stories of Birkenhead and surrounding suburbs within our community.
All donations are welcome.
Please deposit into:
ASB: 12-3035-0511576-00
BIRKENHEAD HERITAGE SOCIETY
Please include your surname in particulars, and your mobile number in reference.
Email info@birkenheadmuseum.org.nz to advise of your donation and a tax receipt will be issued.
Thank you for supporting Birkenhead Museum.
Hire Farrington House
Looking for an affordable meeting space in Birkenhead?
Located at 44 Mahara Avenue near the Birkenhead town centre, Farrington House, home of Birkenhead Museum - offers a quiet and character-filled setting inside a beautifully restored historic villa. Ideal for small meetings, workshops and community groups.
From just $20 per hour