1 / 3Te Toi Uku - Crown Lynn & Clay Museum
π New Lynn, Auckland
Free New Lynn museum dedicated to Crown Lynn Potteries and West Auckland's clay heritage. Ceramics displays, factory videos, and the preserved 1926 Gardner Brothers downdraft kiln right next door.
π Family Action Verdict
A rewarding free stop for families with school-age children who enjoy history, crafts, or stories about how everyday objects get made. The Crown Lynn swans and cups spark recognition across generations, and the outdoor kiln is genuinely impressive. Compact enough for a focused one-to-two-hour visit.
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π¬ What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Nigel Walmsley
11 months ago
βWent with a group of 40 people by bus. A spot was arranged so the bus could park , while we had a prearranged tour and look around. Great to see the kiln in good condition. In the museum you realise , its not just about cups etc and the swans.β
Pathmika Rajapakshe
4 months ago
βQuite an interesting place to learn about New Lynn history of clay and brick industryβ
Kim Gee
3 years ago
βAlways an interesting place to visit as Iβm interested in the history of Crown Lynn. Some stunning examples on display. Worth a visit if youβre a Crown Lynn enthusiast.β
π Commonly mentioned in Google reviews
Based on Google review tagsPottery makers
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History
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Brick
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Industry
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Overview
Te Toi Uku - 'art of clay' in te reo MΔori - tells the story of Crown Lynn Potteries alongside West Auckland's brick and pipe-making history. Ceramics collections and pottery-making equipment displays sit alongside video films of the working factory. The original 1926 Gardner and Parker Brothers downdraft kiln, the last remaining brick-era structure in New Lynn, stands just outside. Group tours on request. Free entry, indoor, ramp access.
