Exclusive Viewing: Two Exhibitions

This gala event included after-hours admission to both exhibitions, a delectable menu of fine New Zealand food, a complimentary glass of wine, and free parking.

$75

Free Look: Colour & Light

Visit the exhibition at any time during the day on Thursday 1 August, show your current membership card, and enjoy free entry to this wonderful exhibition.

Buller’s Birds of New Zealand

Published in October 2012, and reprinted by popular demand in May 2013, 'Buller's Birds' is now a finalist in the New Zealand Post Book Awards, with the winners being announced on 28 August. Author Geoff Norman will give an illustrated talk about the fascinating history of 'Buller’s Birds', the technology behind the original prints; the relationship between Keulemans, who made the images, and Buller, who profited from them; and ...

$5.00

Free Viewing: Warhol | Immortal

To celebrate the last days of this stunning exhibition, we are pleased to offer you, and a friend, a free viewing. One reviewer said … “Well worth the $17.50 to see this exhibition. It’s the largest Andy Warhol collection to tour the world. There's a handful of super famous pieces that you'll instantly recognise ...and heaps more that you probably haven't seen".

Free

Aratoi, Wairarapa Museum of Art and History

Head over the hill to Aratoi, where curator Haami Te Whaiti will lead a tour of Wairarapa Whakaputa Mohio. This is a free tour, supported by the Wellington Regional Amenities Joint Fund, and the Friends of Te Papa. The tour will depart from, and return to Te Papa.

Free - Numbers are limited, bookings essential

Quilts – Arpilleras: Evolution & Revolution

Roberta Bacic, a Chilean resident of Ireland and Professor of Philosophy and Human Rights, will speak about the role of political arpilleras in resisting and responding to state repression.
Arpilleras are tapestries or quilts sewn by women that 'speak out' visually about political repression and human rights abuses through their stitches which convey

$15

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.  To book your time with a conservator, registration is essential.

$5.00

Technology Tutorial

Tutors will also cover the use of tablets, such as the iPad, and smart phones, including the use of the QR code. You’ll soon appreciate how swiftly news and information about upcoming events can be at our fingertips ...

$15.00

Behind the Scenes in Conservation

THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IN RESPONSE TO DEMAND A SECOND TOUR HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY 17 SEPTEMBER, 6PM. This evening is an opportunity for Friends of Te Papa to visit the conservation laboratory and find out about the conservation process. You will be able to see the paintings up close in the conservation lab, and […]

$10.00