Tairāwhiti Museum is a 5-minute walk from the CBD, across Peel Street Bridge and through Kelvin Park. There is free parking on Stout Street.
Opening Hours
- Monday – Saturday 10am – 4pm
- Sunday and Public Holidays 1:30pm – 4:00pm
- Closed – Easter Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day
Admission
- Adults $5 (12 years and under and Friends of the Museum free entry)
- Free entry every day for local residents!
Exhibit Cafe
- Monday – Friday 9.30am to 1.00pm, closed weekends (winter reduced hours)
What’s Happening at the Museum
Exhibitions
Pō! Pō! – Nikora Tori Te Kahu and Rangimarie Makowharemahihi-Pahi
Opening: 10/07/20 5:30 pm
Pō! Pō! seeks to address the seriousness of mental health issues amongst Māori with a particular focus on the causes and effects for Māori women. We, as women, are the ūkaipō, the nurturing element for all – yet – where is our sanctum? Here we aim to provide a space for self healing and reflection.... Read more »
The Sculptured Wall – Richard Rogers
Opening: 26/06/20 5:30 pm
Retired art teacher Richard Rogers has decided that now is not the time to rest on his laurels. Probably better known as a painter, Rogers has frequently dabbled in sculptural works and for The Sculptured Wall he has gathered an army of his past creations – three-dimensional constructions fashioned over the past fifty plus years.... Read more »
Beyond the Chair
Opening: 20/06/20 10:00 am
Our group has a history of strong friendships, a constant sharing of knowledge, exhibiting and workshopping together for many years. Every second year we set ourselves a challenge – this year it is “to use the concept of a chair as a starting point and go beyond to see where it takes you, this can... Read more »
Tū te Whaihanga
Opening: 07/10/19 10:00 am
Tū te Whaihanga is a resurgence of the creative genius of the past, and carries the cultural aspirations of tangata whenua into the future. Sacred taonga that left the shores of Te Tairāwhiti 250 years ago will return home to be celebrated in the upcoming exhibition, Tū te Whaihanga. The homecoming will see these taonga stand... Read more »
Posing, Not Posing
Opening: 26/11/18 10:00 am
Long before smartphones, selfie sticks and one-swipe filters, having your ‘perfect’ picture taken took practice, preparation and plenty of posing. Early cameras and photographic materials required the sitter to be still for many seconds. While this is often given as the reason for a lack of smiles, a more likely reason is that early portrait... Read more »
Events
School holiday drop-in activities
FREE, no-need to book Tuesday 14th July 10am – 11am Matariki songs and star making 1-2pm Storytime – The Lorax by Dr Seuss Wednesday 15th July 10am – 11am Matariki songs and star making Thursday 16th July 10am – 11am Matariki songs and star making 1-2pm Storytime – Maui Taonga Tales
Astronomy: Searching the Stars
Join John Drummond of Astro Tours Gisborne for an introduction to astronomy with hands on star activities and telescope action if the weather is fine. John is one of New Zealand’s top amateur astronomers. Suitable for ages 7 – 12 $5 per child Numbers are limited. Pre-booking and pre–payment (at the museum) is essential to... Read more »
Astronomy: Searching the Stars
Join John Drummond of Astro Tours Gisborne for an introduction to astronomy with hands on star activities and telescope action if the weather is fine. John is one of New Zealand’s top amateur astronomers. Suitable for ages 7 – 12 $5 per child Numbers are limited. Pre-booking and pre–payment (at the museum) is essential to... Read more »
Jazz duo Oscar Lavën & Adrian Jensen
Eclectic woodwind specialist Oscar Lavën and guitarist Adrian Jensen join forces to interpret a selection of pieces hailing from the popular ‘Hot Club’ genre; the energetic Romani traveller version of swing popular in 1940’s Paris. Join these two busy Wellington artists as they explore music dripping in equal parts film-noir surrealism and peppery swing-era groove... Read more »
