Friends of Maritime Museum

Established in 1994 to mobilise and utilise the enthusiasm for maritime matters in general and the Wellington Maritime Museum specifically, the Friends of the Wellington Maritime Museum has been effective in promoting public awareness and enjoyment of the Museum.

The Friends group through its own specific maritime focus and interest provides strong support for the now broader based and refurbished Museum of Wellington City & Sea.

The Friends are managed by a president and committee who are elected at the annual general meeting.

?	The Friends' aims include:	?
	Ensuring the Museum retains its position as the premier maritime history centre in New Zealand.	?
	Supporting the Museum's programmes.	?
	Promoting the preservation of the Museum collection.	?
	Enhancing the Museum by procuring artefacts, services and information.	?
	Encouraging research and publications on maritime history using the Museum's resources.	?

Activities are varied, usually well attended and have the maritime "flavour" that members enjoy. This website has been provided with the help of ELCM 320 student Group 62 from Victoria University of Wellington.