MOTAT – It Started with a Tram
An insightful and entertaining evening with tram expert James Duncan.
The third talk in the MOTAT Tracks Through Time Talk Series.
Join MOTAT's Tramway Project Manager and leading tram expert, James Duncan, as he concludes the fascinating history of Auckland's much-loved electric trams.
James will share the remarkable story of one man's last-minute bid to save a single tram before the tracks fell silent. Discover how that act of passion inspired others to preserve these treasured vehicles and spark tramway preservation across the country.
Special ticket pricing is available for MOTAT Mates and those who have adopted a tram - please ensure you login to your my.motat account for this to be available on booking.
Doors open at 6.30pm with the talk commencing at 7.00pm in our new science and technology centre, Te Puawānanga.
Light refreshments will be provided and a cash bar will be available on the night. Both Tram 248 and Tram 135 will be on display as well as our beloved double decker Tram 47 affectionately known as "Big Ben".
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn about the history and legacy of trams – it will be tramtastic!
Venue: MOTAT Great North Road, Te Puawānanga Science and Technology Centre.
Entry via Gate C on Stadium Road, doors open at 6:30pm.
Tracks through Time is a three-part talk series. Each can be enjoyed on their own without having attended them in sequence. So hop onboard and join us for an entertaining and expert-led talk about the heritage and history of trams in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.