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Short-term exhibitions
Rita Angus: Life and Vision
Rita Angus: Life & Vision

An exhibition of 200 works by this iconic and much-loved New Zealand artist.

 
The Scots in New Zealand
The Scots in New Zealand

An exhibition celebrating one of the most energetic migrant groups in the country’s history.

From church-building to whisky-making, from art to engineering, see how the Scots have made their mark on New Zealand life.



Moving Towards a Balanced Earth: Kick the Carbon Habit
Moving Towards a Balanced Earth: Kick the Carbon Habit

Experience this international contemporary art exhibition exploring the future of the environment. Featuring works by Ralph Hotere and Bill Culbert, Mounir Fatmi, Bill Viola, Geoff Dixon and Susan Norrie.

 
Theo Schoon: opening the archive
Theo Schoon: Opening the archive

Theo Schoon was a notable figure in 20th-century New Zealand art. In 2001, Te Papa purchased his archive of work. This selection showcases Schoon’s artistry and reveals the extraordinary range of his interests.



Mary-Annette Hay: Queen of Wool
Mary-Annette Hay: Queen of Wool

See gorgeous wool garments presented to New Zealand audiences by this brilliant creative promoter of wool. Revisit the glamour of an era in designs by fashion luminaries such as Pierre Balmain, Marcel Rochas, Hardy Amies, and Victor Steibel. 

 
Ngai Tahu
Mō Tātou: Ngāi Tahu Whānui

Ngāi Tahu Whānui invite you to celebrate their past and present, their values, and their vision for the future. Mō Tātou celebrates the distinct and dynamic culture of the South Island's Ngāi Tahu people.



Precious Metals
Precious Metals: New Zealand Design in Gold and Silver

A toast rack made of boar tusks? From the bizarre to the beautiful, from raw metal to treasured possessions, Precious Metals reveals New Zealand’s gold and silver treasures and their fascinating stories.