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NZ Music Month

NZ Music Month @ Te Papa

Te Papa gets in tune with some fantastic events.
Next concert: Gamelan Padang Moncar, Thursday 15 May 7.30pm
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Poi Girl II, 2006, by Areta Wilkinson, mixed media, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Toi Te Papa Art of the Nation

Experience the richness and diversity of New Zealand's artistic heritage in this exhibition showcasing more than 300 artworks. more>

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Coming soon
Matariki Festival

Matariki Festival

Celebrate Matariki at Te Papa with a three-week festival of events and entertainment for everyone!
6 June – 29 June. more>

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.
Opens 5 June! more>

Monthly events

> Art After Dark
> Science Express

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News

Whales Tohorā closed
The Whales Tohorā exhibition is now closed and headed to the United States. Thank you all for making it a great success.
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12/05/08

Pygmy right whale examinationPygmy right whale examination
The examination of a stranded pygmy right by a team of international scientistsis now over. more>
11/05/08

Colossal squid defrostingColossal squid
The defrosting and examination of the colossal squid are now over. The last hours are being retransmitted. Thanks for your support! more>
01/05/08

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