Your Experience

Step into an unforgettable journey through New Zealand's wartime history with an early bird entry ticket to Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War at Te Papa Tongarewa Museum. As you enter before the crowds, you'll be among the first to explore this deeply evocative World War I exhibition, created through a unique collaboration between Te Papa’s curators and the renowned Wētā Workshop. The exhibition is designed to engage your senses and emotions, offering a profound perspective on the impact of Gallipoli on the Kiwi psyche and nationhood.

The Gallipoli Story

Follow the powerful stories of eight ordinary New Zealanders who experienced the Gallipoli campaign first-hand. Each story is brought to life with meticulously detailed, hyper-realistic sculptures standing at 2.4 times human size. Crafted after thousands of hours of artistry and research, these figures depict key moments of courage, struggle and reflection, inviting you to connect on a personal level with those who served.

Immersive Exhibition Design

Walk through galleries that combine state-of-the-art visual effects, dramatic lighting and immersive soundscapes to transport you to the battlefields and beyond. Interactive displays and digital installations allow you to dive deeper into historical events, personal letters, diaries and accounts of sacrifice, giving voice to the individuals behind the history books. Vivid battlefield recreations and vivid projections add further meaning to the story of Gallipoli as experienced by New Zealanders.

Multisensory Highlights

• Encounter larger-than-life sculptures crafted by Wētā Workshop, representing soldiers and nurses in striking realism

• Engage with interactive exhibits that reveal the human side of war

• Experience authentic soundscapes and carefully curated artifacts

Extraordinary Craftsmanship

Discover the talent and dedication that went into bringing this exhibition to life: over 24,000 hours went into creating the sculptures, each hand-modeled with precision to capture emotion and detail. Gain insight into the artistic process through models, videos and behind-the-scenes stories provided throughout the galleries.

Explore the Rest of Te Papa

After your Gallipoli visit, enjoy access to the museum’s other world-class collections highlighting New Zealand’s natural history, culture and innovation. The museum offers a perfect environment for families, history enthusiasts and visitors of all ages to broaden their understanding of New Zealand’s heritage.

Memorial and Remembrance

The exhibition stands as a moving tribute to the 2,779 New Zealanders who lost their lives at Gallipoli and the thousands who carried the scars of war. As you wander through the poignant spaces, you’ll reflect on memory, service and sacrifice—a central part of the national identity.

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