Past Events
20/01/2022
Tour: Melvin Day A Modernist Perspective
Category: Art, Beyond Te Papa, Curator Talks
Join us for a guided tour of ‘Melvin Day: A Modernist Perspective’ with Curator Mark Hutchins-Pond
17/12/2021
Members’ Preview: Rita Angus
Category: Art
Join us for your members’ only preview of Rita Angus opens on the 18th December 2021. A committed feminist, and a pacifist, Rita Angus’ work was deeply entwined with her view of the world. She created a distinctive vision of a new, modern New Zealand. This landmark exhibition celebrates 40 years of her work.
16/12/2021
‘Hilma af Klint: The Secret Paintings’
08/12/2021
Talk: Rose Valland – Spy in the Museum
02/12/2021
Postponed: A Slow Stroll on the Waterfront
25/11/2021
Floortalk: Encounters – Cancelled
Category: Art, Books, Curator Talks, Maori
Join us when Rebecca Rice and Matariki Williams speak about their recent publication at the portrait wall in Toi Art – the most popular art exhibition for Te Papa visitors.
20/11/2021
Indian Textiles
Category: Beyond Te Papa, Design, Talk, Textiles
A multi-media presentation followed by a trunk sale of personally handpicked exquisite textiles from different parts of India.
28/10/2021
Guided Tour: ‘Surrealist Art’ II
Enjoy a final chance to be guided through ‘Surrealist Art’ hear the profound stories and intentions behind the masterpieces in the exhibition. Your tour will highlight the breadth and richness of surrealist work, encompassing paintings, photography, sculptures and more
28/10/2021
Guided Tour: ‘Surrealist Art’
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