News from Te Papa last week is that award-winning Japanese artist Chiharu Shiota will unveil a fully immersive installation, The Web of Time, which draws on ideas of the cosmos, human existence, and the potential for the future, as the fourth site-responsive commission for Te Papa’s Threshold gallery. This will run between 12 December 2020 […]
Read more |October 22, 2020
Friends who have toured Egypt, or who dream of an Egyptian adventure, might be interested in a special inaugural Egyptian cultural afternoon.
Read more |September 29, 2020
Grab your members’ ticket today and experience World of WearableArt like never before. A theatrical journey and immersive exhibition that invites you to get up close to the extraordinary garments and explore limitless creativity.
Read more |September 4, 2020
The Friends were delighted to welcome 90 members to the AGM on Tuesday 28 July. All present enjoyed hearing Courtney Johnston speak about her first six months as Te Papa’s CEO, and the exciting new events coming up at Te Papa.
Read more |August 19, 2020
The museum may not yet be open to the public but the wonderful Te Papa Store is open online for orders. The store is a great place for gifts and treats, it showcases New Zealand talent, it’s the home for Te Papa Press books and draws on the national collection for some of its toi […]
Read more |June 9, 2020
This is to protect the health of our community from the risk of Covid-19 coronavirus. We will continue to follow the advice of health authorities. Our staff are here taking care of the collections. We’re following guidance to do this in a safe way.
Read more |March 19, 2020
Friends of Te Papa are warmly to hear Ron Brownson’s presentation on the work of NZ sculptor Jim Allen. This talk is presented as part of the Futuna Annual Open Day Celebration on Sunday 22 March 2020.
Read more |February 27, 2020
Since 2002 these excursions to the Chatham Islands has been offered to, and enjoyed by, Friends of Te Papa. They are about much more than natural science. You will explore Chatham Islands history, culture and cuisine. It is a must do, if you have not yet done it!
Read more |January 21, 2020
Tēnā koutou, The Friends of Te Papa are delighted that Courtney Johnston has been appointed by the Te Papa Board to be the museum’s new Chief Executive. Courtney comes to the role with a huge depth of knowledge and leadership experience in the museum and art worlds and beyond. She graduated with a Masters in Art […]
Read more |December 18, 2019
Do you have skills and experience in website management and development? Would you like to look after the Friends successful database and website? The Friends of Te Papa are seeking a person with strong skills and experience in WordPress to manage and support the Friends digital presence. The Friends website manages a wide range of membership […]
Read more |November 13, 2019
Learn more about Te Papa from the inside. As a Friend, you’ll enjoy exclusive exhibition previews, discounts, special events, and more.