Friday 11 April 2014, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Gala Evening at the Chinese Embassy Support the Friends of Te Papa with this gala evening to celebrate the opening of two new exhibitions from the National Museum of China: Throne of Emperors and Shi Lu: A revolution in paint. $85
Monday 14 April 2014, 10:15 am - 1:00 pm Textile Clinic Not sure how to store or look after your textile treasures and heirlooms? Bring your item to Te Papa and discuss with a textile conservator. The limit is one item only. $5.00
Friday 9 May 2014, 9:00 am - Sunday 11 May 2014, 5:00 pm Tour to Hawke’s Bay Looking for a stylish and relaxing weekend break? Then look no further – join us on our autumn Hawkes Bay tour where you will enjoy the highlights the region has to offer, fine art, fine food and fine wine. The tour includes... $520.00
Friday 9 May 2014, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Children’s art books Te Papa Press are currently developing the final image selection and design for the books, and would love to hear your feedback Free - Numbers are limited, bookings essential
Wednesday 4 June 2014, 6:45 pm - 10:30 pm An exclusive special viewing Enjoy short curator talks in both exhibitions, a selection of substantial canapés, a complimentary glass of wine, and have access to a cash bar. Make an evening of it, come with friends or catch up with others in a convivial and stimulating setting. $65.00
Thursday 12 June 2014, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Silken Threads: A Journey from China Silk was and still is a luxury fabric. Silk is a natural fibre which is as strong as steel. The talk will look at the many uses of silk over the decades. $15.00 – $20.00
Thursday 26 June 2014, 9:40 am - 3:30 pm Pataka and the Dowse An opportunity to delight in four decades of work by celebrated designer David Trubridge and to gaze in wonder at an array of New Zealand jewellery, contemporary and historical. $30.00 – $35.00
Thursday 3 July 2014, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Annual General Meeting 2014 The Annual General Meeting of the Friends of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Inc will be held Thursday 3 July at 6pm in Rangimarie 1, Level 3, Te Papa Free
Sunday 6 July 2014, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm The medal in art and politics Generally associated with glory, honour and victory, medals also have a darker side, and this lesser known aspect of medallic art is well represented in the British Museum’s collection. $10.00 – $15.00
Friday 11 July 2014, 10:30 am - 11:30 am The Importance of Bees In response to the growing interest in bees, urban beekeeping, honey and the impact of monoculture and pollination ... $10.00 – $20