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join the Pōneke History Club

This is the group for people who are passionate about Wellington's history. The Pōneke History Club is the club for supporters of Museum of Wellington City & Sea, Cable Car Museum and Colonial Cottage Museum.

Benefits of the Pōneke History Club

Members of the Pōneke History Club are part of the preservation of Wellington's heritage. Join the Club and receive:

  • exclusive member events at all three museums
  • 10% discount on purchases at all our museum shops
  • two free visits each year to Colonial Cottage Museum
  • regular e-newsletters

Support your museums. Join the Pōneke History Club.

Download the application form

You can also support these museums by making a donation, becoming a volunteer or becoming a sponsor.

Poneke History Club

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People gathered for an exhibition opening

2 ladies being served at the Cable Car Museum shop

entertainment book

Museum of Wellington City & Sea is pleased to be selling the Entertainment™ Book as a fundraiser. To buy one simply follow this link and complete the form.

The book is filled with hundreds of  valuable 2-for-1 and up to 50% offers from many of the best restaurants, arts, attractions, hotel accommodation, travel providers and more.

entertainment book

entertainment link

donate

We need your help to preserve Wellington's heritage and develop this museum. You can be part of the development of our collections by making a donation to the Acquisitions Fund. 

Contact us to make a donation.

stay in touch

Sign up to our e-news and receive regular updates and fresh information about events and other Museum news delivered to your inbox. Sign up here.

Alternatively you can join the Facebook page for Museums Wellington and keep in touch with us online. Become a fan.

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volunteer

Would you like to be more than a visitor?

Volunteers are involved in many projects and roles within Museums Wellington. This generally involves 1 or 2 days per week and can include helping with:

  • cleaning and maintenance of exhibition cases within the Museums
  • cataloguing of our vast collection
  • creating period costumes for education visits
  • developing and compiling education resources
  • assisting with marketing duties

Complete the Volunteer Application Form if you would like to become a volunteer or have a special skill you would like to offer.

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Museum volunteers at a morning tea

vacancies

Any vacancies within the Museums Wellington team are listed on the Museums Aotearoa website.