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Autism New Zealand Lego Art Display and Whānau Fun Day
Autism New Zealand and Te Papa are excited to bring you the LEGO® Art Display & Whānau Fun Day.
When | Āhea
Fri 17 Jul 2026, 10.00am–5.00pm
Sat 18 Jul 2026, 9.00am–2.00pm
Cost | Te utu
Free event with museum entry
Accessibility
There is a low-sensory session on Saturday morning from 9am to 10am.
Come and explore incredible artworks created entirely from LEGO® by neurodivergent tamariki from across the Wellington region. This special event celebrates creativity, imagination, and the unique talents of our young artists.
Over the two-day event you can also enjoy LEGO® free-build activities, speed-build competitions with LEGO® spot prizes, and a dedicated quiet hour for those who would benefit from a lower-sensory environment.
Whether you’re a LEGO® enthusiast, looking for a fun whānau outing, or wanting to support our amazing young artists, we’d love to see you there!
Schedule
DAY 1 – Fri 17 Jul
10am: LEGO® Art Display and free-build open to the public
Throughout the day: LEGO® free-build available
5pm: Event closes.
DAY 2 – Sat 18 Jul
9am: Quiet Hour
A low-sensory session for visitors to enjoy the LEGO® artworks and free-build activities in a calmer environment (wider Te Papa exhibitions will still be closed)10am: Art Display and free-build reopen to the public
11am–1.00pm: LEGO® Speed Builds with spot prizes, hosted by Chris Lam Sam
2pm: Event closes.
We can’t wait to welcome you for two days of creativity, connection, and LEGO® fun!
Autism NZ & LEGO Whānau Day 2021, 2021. Photo by Jo Moore. Te Papa (181759)