Telling the story of Ranginui and Papatuanuku on a Library tour

Tours

Request a tour now to see what's new, learn the basics of research, or spend time with a specialist.

Introduction to research

Want to make the most of the research facilities at the Library? Our knowledgeable Library staff can help.

  • Investigate the research areas on level one.

  • Learn how to locate and request materials from the Alexander Turnbull Library and National Library collections.

  • Explore the resources in the reading rooms.

For groups of up to 10.

Duration depends on your needs.

Book an ‘An Introduction to Research’ tour

Specialist tour

Do you have a particular area of interest or a special request? We’ll tailor a tour that meets your particular research need.

  • Speak with collection curators and subject specialists.

  • Get expert advice in your chosen area.

  • Learn your way around specialised areas of the collections.

For groups of up to 20.

Duration: 45 minutes.

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He Tohu tour

He Tohu is a permanent exhibition of three iconic constitutional documents that shape Aotearoa New Zealand including the Treaty of Waitangi.

Free admission.

He Tohu guided experiences and group tours