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Rita Angus: Life & Vision

Rita Angus: Life & Vision

This exhibition brings together nearly 200 works by this iconic and much-loved New Zealand artist. more>


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Poi Girl II, 2006, by Areta Wilkinson, mixed media, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Toi Te Papa Art of the Nation

Experience the richness and diversity of New Zealand's artistic heritage in this exhibition showcasing more than 300 artworks. more>

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Letter Man: Joseph Churchward's world of type

Letter Man: Joseph Churchward's world of type

This exhibition reveals the life and work of this renowned Samoan typographer. more>

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Science Express @ Te Papa

Youth Crime — A Hot Election Issue

Dr Fiona Beals, an Education Studies lecturer at Victoria University, discusses how youth crime is represented by government, the media, and academics. more>
Thursday 4 September, 6.30pm

Art After Dark Toi o te Po


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Pat Brownsey to receive the Allan Mere
The New Zealand Botanical Society has announced that Pat Brownsey, our Senior Curator Natural Environment, will be awarded with the prestigious Allan Mere. more>
27/08/08

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Colossal squid defrostingColossal squid

Discover this amazing creature's biology and see the process of its defrosting and examination. more>

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