Between Dreams: Resistance and Representation in Asian Aotearoa
This landmark collection presents fresh, progressive perspectives on what it means to be ‘Asian’ in Aotearoa.
Asian histories in Aotearoa collection highlights at Te Papa
Get behind the scenes at Te Papa for this kōreroabout taongafrom the recent publication Between Dreams: Resistance and Representation in Asian Aotearoa.
When | Āhea
Wed 28 Oct 2026, 1–2.30pm
Where | Ki hea
Meet at Te Papa staff entrance 15 minutes before tour starts, Te Papa, Wellington
Cost | Te utu
$5.00 – booking required
Age
Please note, ages 12+ only.
A rare opportunity to view the objects that speak to Asian New Zealanders’ sense of identity and belonging from the recent publication Between Dreams: Resistance and Representation in Asian Aotearoa. Curator Richella Visakha will lead this exclusive 90-minute kōrero that includes many taonga that have never been shown to the public.
Please note, ages 12+ up only. No food, drink or photographs permitted back of house.
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