Auckland Museum Auckland Museum is a comprehensive museum of historical and ethnic relics. It is described as the touchstone of New Zealand's culture and spirit. When you come to the museum, you will have a deeper understanding of the country. The museum is a Gothic building with rich exhibits on three floors. The first is to show Maori culture, the second is to show all kinds of animal and plant materials and specimens, and the third is to show weapons used in World War I and World War II.