Gallipoli opening ceremony, 2015. Photograph by Kate Whitley. Te Papa

Iwi and Te PapaKo ngā iwi me Te Papa

Find out about Te Papa’s commitment to biculturalism through iwi exhibitions, wānanga, and other initiatives.

A large indoor spacec with a lot of people sitting in rows facing each other. At one end there is a carved and colourful stage.

Iwi Relationships Team

The Iwi Relationships Team upholds relationships between Te Papa and Māori (iwi, hapū, whānau, Māori organisations, communities and individuals) through advocacy, oversight, leadership, and strategic advice.

Ngāti Toa opening ceremony, 2014. Photograph by Norm Heke. Te Papa

Te Papa’s work with iwi

Learn about the main ways Te Papa works with tribal groups in New Zealand.

Taonga and paper conservation for iwi workshop participants, Taumata o te Rā Marae, 2013

Wānanga and hui

Find out about wānanga (workshops), where you can learn how to preserve tribal photographs and documents, or arrange a hui (gathering) to share and collaborate.

Digital photography workshop in progress at Tauwhara Marae, 2014. Photograph by Michael Hall, Te Papa

Funding for iwi

Support grants to help iwi (tribes) carry out projects, develop skills, and preserve treasures.