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An Inspired floortalk

Curator Justine Olsen will show how contemporary artists have used ancient ideas, colours, materials, and techniques – reminding us that the past is still relevant today.

$15

Geological highlights of Wellington

Join Dr Hamish Campbell on a field excursion of the Wellington peninsula exploring the geological highlights.

$35

Dressing for Splendour

Enjoy an illustrated talk about the luxurious garments featured in the Splendour exhibition. Discover 18th-century fashion, and watch how the experts get these intricate gowns ready for display.

$15

Southern arts and architecture

Our tour to Dunedin and Oamaru coincides with spring, rhododendrons and the Dunedin Arts Festival. Dunedin and Oamaru are two of the Southern Hemisphere’s best preserved Edwardian and Victorian cities, full of gothic-style architecture and heritage attractions.

$690

European artists of the First World War

A number of ‘avant-garde’ artists are considered... there is a bias in this lecture towards British artists... however, French, German and Italian artists’ works are discussed and compared to see what the national and stylistic differences were.

$20

Art tour at Parliament (ii)

In response to popular demand, we are pleased to offer members another opportunity to enjoy an evening tour of art at Parliament.

$20

Geological highlights of Wellington (ii)

In response to popular demand, we are pleased to offer members another opportunity to join Dr Hamish Campbell on a field excursion of the Wellington peninsula exploring geological highlights.

$40

French lace

Inspired by the stunning lace on display in European Splendour 1500 – 1800, lace is the theme for our annual High Tea. Cathrine Lloyd will talk about the language of French lace.

$45

{Suite} and Minerva

Hearing artists talk about their art and their point of view is always inspiring. Our morning tour embraces a variety of art disciplines, painting, assemblage, photography and all things textile.

$15

Christmas Shopping Night

It is that time of year again, come along and bring a friend, and while you shop, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine or juice and music from a live jazz trio.

Free