Ngā whakaaturanga | Exhibitions
Six Extinctions
Explore the Events that changed the World
9 November 2024 – 9 February 2025
Step back in time to discover the mass extinctions that have shaped Earth’s history in Six Extinctions – Explore the Events That Changed the World, a thrilling new exhibition roaring into the Nelson Provincial Museum Pupuri Taonga o Te Taiao this summer!
Journey through 485 million years, exploring an incredible collection of replica fossils and meeting some of the top predators from each geological period, including the largest Tyrannosaurus rex ever found. Learn what caused the five previous mass extinction events, which species vanished, and how these events shaped the world we know today.
Six Extinctions also delves into the current extinction crisis—climate change—and what we can do to help.
Created by Gondwana Studios
Admission Fees
Adult- $8 (Adult Season Pass- $80)
Child- $5 (Child Season Pass- $50)
Preschoolers- $2
Concession- $7 (Concession Season Pass- $70)
Family (2 adults & 3 children)- $25 (Family Season Pass- $250)
Regional Gallery
PERMANENT EXHIBITION
Explore the rich heritage and natural history of the Nelson Tasman region in our permanent gallery.
This exhibition leads visitors through an exploration of Te Tauihu, the top of the South Island. This treasure-filled gallery focuses on the region's fascinating history and identity, offering an opportunity for hours of discovery.
Free for Nelson Tasman residents.