Museum of New Zealand

Te Papa Tongarewa

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View of the Matariki star cluster at sunrise in a dark night sky

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Discover the rich traditions, stories, and practices associated with this special time of the maramataka.

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Matariki star cluster

Teaching and learning activities: What is Matariki?

Discover the importance of the Matariki cluster here in Aotearoa.

Silhouette of a woman holding her brimmed hat on her head, with the stars in the sky behind her

Teaching and learning activities: What are the stars of Matariki?

Delve into the rich histories and stories of each of the stars in the Matariki cluster.

A group of people sitting around a fire at night

Teaching and learning activities: In what ways is Matariki celebrated?

Connect with the many ways Matariki can be celebrated here and around the world.