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Pirates Revenge Treasure Hunt

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Thursday 3rd July @ The Museum

Mercury Bay Museum and Night @ The Museum Presents …

 

Pirates Revenge Treasure Hunt

Join us in the Museum for a night of the Pirate’s revenge!!
The Pirate’s have hidden their treasure somewhere in the Museum – your task is to find it!!
Put your treasure hunting hat on to see if you can find the hidden treasure!!
🗓️Thursday 3rd July 2025
⏰ 5:30 – 7:00pm
🎟️Tickets on sale now – $8.00 each. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
🔎 Museum Explorers a new badge is available
🔦 DON’T Forget your torch

 

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