Get behind the scenes in the museum to experience the wonderful Taonga Māori collection including the two storerooms at Cable Street.
Tour: Mātauranga Māori Behind the Scenes (i)
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Toi Talk - Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand
The Friends have the unique opportunity to be shown around the new exhibition Modern Living: Design in 1950s New Zealand by Curator Justine Olsen.
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Local Gallery Visit to Anthesis Gallery
Join us on our gallery visit to Anthesis Gallery, meet artist and studio owner Tatyana Kulida and get an intimate view into the art making process. Numbers are limited so book early.
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Tour: Mātauranga Māori Behind the Scenes (ii)
Get behind the scenes in the museum to experience the wonderful Taonga Māori collection including the two storerooms at Cable Street.
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Workshop: Painting Kakapo
We're collaborating with Paintvine to bring you an art workshop like no other. Get exclusive access to Toi Art, create an art work to take home, privately view collection items and enjoy drinks, snacks and music.
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Review: A botanical wander through the Te Papa archives
Just being allowed through the locked doors into the back corridors of Te Papa was worth the price of admission. I felt privileged to gain …
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President's Column - August 2020
This being my first President’s Column, I want to pay tribute to Elizabeth Kay, my predecessor, for her many years of service to the Friends …
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Review: Still Lives - A Memoir of Gaza
Marilyn Garson began her talk to the Friends of Te Papa with the question ‘Why do I use a storytelling voice on a subject that …
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