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Make a magnificient badge to wear back to school   
Don't be old school -front up to the new term with an awesomely academic badge

Sun 12 October

A Day in the Life of the Royal New Zealand Ballet
A rare opportunity to watch the dancers in training and learn about the world of ballet directly from the dancers, choreographers, wardrobe, and production.

Wed 15 October

Her great vitality at Suite Gallery
The five tours to Suite in August were so successful that three repeat visits have been arranged. Registration is essential.

Thu 16 October

Art After Dark Toi o te Pō – Colours: Moments in fashion

Enjoy art, discussion, music, and wine at Te Papa’s monthly art evening. October’s theme highlights the new exhibition Colours: Moments in fashion.

Sat 18 October

Diwali Film Screening – Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (The Feeling You Get When You Fall in Love)

Celebrate the Indian festival of Diwali with this Bollywood blockbuster about three friends in an emotionally charged love triangle.

Sun 19 October

Whip up and wear a funky rock art badge 
Keep it funky with these rock solid badges.  

Diwali Film Screening – Kal Ho Na Ho (Tomorrow May Never Come)
Celebrate the Indian festival of Diwali with this Bollywood blockbuster about three friends in New York who learn the true meaning of friendship

A discussion with Ronnie van Hout
To coincide with the opening of his exhibition A Loss, Again on the Sculpture Terrace, meet Ronnie van Hout and hear him talk about his work.

Wed 22 October

Tour of National Library exhibition Cautionary Tales: the satirical engravings of William Hogarth
This exhibition at the National Library Gallery brings together more than 50 of these witty, subversive and often riotously humorous prints. Registration is essential.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Thu 23 October

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Living the Dream! In search of ancient textiles
Hear Rosanne Livingstone, a textile historian with a passion for ancient textiles, talking about her work on ancient textiles found in Egypt. Registration is essential.

Glistening Waters International Festival of Storytelling
Share a magical evening of tales from around the world told by some of the world’s best storytellers.

Fri 24 October

Pukunui and His Friend Moata Moa

Pukunui and Moata confront environmental issues in this inspiring play in te reo Māori. Suitable for ages three and up, and intermediate te reo speakers.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Panchnaad – A Kiwi Experience
This classical Indian ensemble, led by sarod maestro Pandit Vikash Maharaj, is joined by saxophonist/flautist Jarrod Wood and vocalists Viraj Salvi and Sandhya Rao.

Sat 25 October

Earth Rocks 2008!
Enjoy an action-packed and informative weekend of natural disaster-related demonstrations and displays. Watch as the Fire Service does a high-angle rescue from Te Papa’s sixth floor!

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Fold a fabulous fire engine
This is not a drill! Please proceed directly to PlaNet Pasifika for this red hot activity.

Sun 26 October

Earth Rocks 2008!
Enjoy an action-packed and informative weekend of natural disaster-related demonstrations and displays. Watch as the Fire Service does a high-angle rescue from Te Papa’s sixth floor!

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Mon 27 October

Earth Rocks 2008!
Enjoy an action-packed and informative weekend of natural disaster-related demonstrations and displays. Watch as the Fire Service does a high-angle rescue from Te Papa’s sixth floor!

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Collage a cool bat mask for Halloween    
Get equiped for trick or treating with this cool bat mask!

Tue 28 October

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Wed 29 October

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Thu 30 October

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Fri 31 October

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sat 1 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sun 2 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Mon 3 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Tue 4 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Wed 5 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Thu 6 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Fri 7 November

PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION: WHY CONSERVE TO PRESERVE
You are invited to a workshop on Preservation and Conservation with Nirmala Balram, Mark Kent and Hayden Prujean.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sat 8 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sun 9 November

2008 ICEE Annual Conference: Wellington
The 2008 ICEE (International Committee for Exhibitions & Exchange)Annual Conference will be held at Te Papa over three days in November.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Mon 10 November

2008 ICEE Annual Conference: Wellington
The 2008 ICEE (International Committee for Exhibitions & Exchange)Annual Conference will be held at Te Papa over three days in November.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Tue 11 November

2008 ICEE Annual Conference: Wellington
The 2008 ICEE (International Committee for Exhibitions & Exchange)Annual Conference will be held at Te Papa over three days in November.

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Wed 12 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Costumes from the 2005 Westfield Style Pasifika
Curator Kolokesa Mahina-Tuai, Conservator Nirmala Balram and other members of the Pacific Cultures Team will talk about the fabulous winning garments from the 2005 Westfield Style Pasifika. Registration is essential.

Thu 13 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Fri 14 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sat 15 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sun 16 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Mon 17 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Tue 18 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Wed 19 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Thu 20 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Fri 21 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sat 22 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Sun 23 November

‘SeaT’ at the Te Papa Store
essenze in collaboration with David Trubridge, is excited to announce the New Zealand launch of ‘SeaT’, at the Te Papa Store in Wellington.

Mon 24 November

Intercom Conference 2008 - hosted by Rotorua Museum
'Museums, Tourism and the Visitor Experience'

Tue 25 November

Intercom Conference 2008 - hosted by Rotorua Museum
'Museums, Tourism and the Visitor Experience'

Wed 26 November

Intercom Conference 2008 - hosted by Rotorua Museum
'Museums, Tourism and the Visitor Experience'

Toi Ora
Editors Arapata Hakiwai and Huhana Smith will take you ’behind the pages’ in their talk about the recent publication Toi Ora: Ancestral Maori Treasures.

Thu 27 November

Intercom Conference 2008 - hosted by Rotorua Museum
'Museums, Tourism and the Visitor Experience'

National Digital Forum conference
The 7th annual National Digital Forum conference will be held in Auckland for the first time.

Colours – Moments in Fashion
In association with the current exhibition, Angela Lassig, Senior Curator History, will give an illustrated presentation with the focus on the garments in Te Papa’s collection and the current Colours exhibition. Registration is essential.

Fri 28 November

Intercom Conference 2008 - hosted by Rotorua Museum
'Museums, Tourism and the Visitor Experience'

National Digital Forum conference
The 7th annual National Digital Forum conference will be held in Auckland for the first time.