Toi Art
Fresh takes and new favourites. You’ll find them in Toi Art.
Toi Art opened again on Saturday 14 June, with more opening up at the beginning of August – see what’s coming up!
On now
Sat 14 Jun
Exhibition Ngā whakaaturanga
Toi Art Saturdays: String Games
Discover something new in Toi Art each month — talks, performances, and activities for all ages inspired by the exhibitions on show.
When | Āhea
Sat 30 Aug 2025, 10.00am to 1.00pm
Where | Ki hea
Toi Art, Level 5
Cost | Te utu
Free event, with museum entry
There’s something new to see, hear, or do in Toi Art on the last Saturday of each month. Join us for free talks, performances, and hands-on activities that respond to the artworks and exhibitions.
This month: Learn some simple whai, see and feel some muka – the fibre traditionally used for whai, and learn how to plait a four-strand cord – inspired by Maureen Lander: Aho Huna, Aho Whai | Threads of Connection.
Illustration by Emma Ng. Te Papa
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