National Geographic Feature
The May issue of National Geographic dedicates a feature story to the Edwin Fox’s century-long journey from hulk to heritage icon.
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Information
Type
Media
Date
May 22, 2025
Plan Your Visit
Our ticket pricing below is in NZD and is priced per person.
Adult
(
ages 15 and over
)
$15
Kids
(
ages 5 to 14 years
)
$5
Kids Under 5
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)
FREE
Story Focus
The May 2025 issue of National Geographic publishes “Timber and Tenacity,” an in-depth look at the Edwin Fox’s transformation from a dilapidated hulk to a celebrated heritage icon.
Inside the Article
- Historical Context: The ship’s roles during the Crimean War, convict transportation, and immigrant voyages.
- Conservation Challenges: Behind-the-scenes insights into the technical hurdles faced over six decades.
- Modern Preservation: Coverage of our 3D scanning project, Qualmark accreditation, and funding initiatives.
Accompanied by stunning photography of the teak hull and restoration processes, the feature has drawn international attention to our museum. We’re honoured to share our story with National Geographic’s global audience.
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