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EventsNgā kaupapa motuhake

Our exciting programme of ngā kaupapa motuhake runs all year. Watch song and dance performances, join in with kids activities and cultural days, hear from our experts, and much more.

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  • Two people with their backs to the camera are looking at a lit-up building in a grass field at twighlight.

    Film Screening: Ever The Land

    Join Te Papa for a screening of Ever the Land then a Q&A with the film's director Sarah Grohnert and Tūhoe representative Tamati Kruger. 

    Sun 9 Nov 2025, 4.00pm–6.00pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

  • An image of an orange-red table with tea and teapots along with three-tierd plates with small cakes.

    Eat Your Art Out

    A high tea to delight your eyes and taste buds.  

    From 28 June, daily sessions at 10:30am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, and 2:30pm. 

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

  • A person is talking to two other people about an artwork on the wall that is brightly coloured string on a black wall.

    Lucky Dip Art Tours

    Zoom in on the artworks and stories in Toi Art, with a 15-minute tour guided by Te Papa’s knowledgeable hosts. 

    Wednesdays and Sundays, 11.00–11.15am

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake