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The lines of a moko carved in skin represent so much more than a tattoo. Practitioner, Mark Kopua explains the significance of facial moko. More>
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It is often a painful experience getting a tattoo; curator Sean Mallon explains why it is so important in Samoan culture. More>
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Two hundred and fifty years ago the iconic silver fern first represented our country. However it wasn't on any sports shirt or flag. An actual piece of fern travelled to England pressed between pages from a famous novel. More>
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In the Pacific it wasn't always appropriate to wear black to a funeral. Several hundred years ago the fashion was a frightening outfit made from precious pearl and black shell. More>
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Matiu Baker discovers the mysterious past of a precious child's cloak. The result, a poignant reunion between whānau and the taonga of their cherished ancestor. More>
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European missionaries had an impact on the Pacific islands in more ways than one. Their conservative clothes intrigued the near-naked locals. It wasn't long before villagers adopted the new styles, but with a unique Pacific twist. More>
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Kilikiti is the national sport of Samoa. With the help of some huge bats Simon Morton discovers backyard cricket, Pacific island style. More>
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Sadly you'll never get to see a live huia - they mysteriously died out, a hundred years ago. But how? Riria discovers why bird fanatic Walter Buller was a prime suspect. More>
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Poi take a fair beating in kapa haka. But you won't find the rare and delicate poi awe swinging in time to music. Elaborate weaving and tassles of dog hair make these poi particularly precious. More>
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Find out how a sword became an important symbol of peace. Matiu Baker shares with us the history of Te Rauparaha's sword. More>
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Te Papa's Pacific store is home to all manner of ferocious weapons, including the deadly iUla throwing club. More>
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In Kiribati, the most dangerous sea-creatures are worn bravely and proudly. Riria Hotere meets a fish that could kill you, unless you are wearing one. More>
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Riria Hotere discovers one of our country's oldest and most controversial flags. First flown on Wellington Harbour in 1839, will it fly again one day? More>
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Michael Fitzgerald shows us the type of weapon that generated the expression 'a flash in the pan'. More>
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Tales from Te Papa is the result of a partnership between TVNZ 7, Vero and Te Papa.