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Find museum-related workshops, courses, seminars, and events in your part of the country. Browse opportunities from various institutions, including Te Papa’s workshops run by NSTP.

  • Zui: Repatriation and hidden health hazards

    Dr. Holly Cusack-McVeigh explores the hidden health hazards of repatriated items and shares how Tribal Nations and U.S working groups are responding.

    Fri 13 Feb 2026, 12.00pm–1.00pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

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    Zui: Toxic Treasures - Navigating hazardous materials in collections

    Hazardous objects within museum collections pose risks to staff, visitors, and even other objects.

    Join us for this free online lunchtime hui which examines three common types of dangers found in collections: asbestos, radioactive materials, and chemicals used in historic taxidermy.

    Thu 19 Feb 2026, 12.00pm–1.00pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

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    From Policy to Practice: Strengthening Museum Collection Care in Aotearoa | Timaru

    This National Services Te Paerangi workshop is delivered in partnership with South Canterbury Museum for ServiceIQ trainees enrolled in the New Zealand Certificate in Museum Practice, for those looking after cultural collections and those revisiting standards of best practice in museums and galleries.

    Wed 25 Feb 2026, 10am to 5pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

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    Tikanga Māori in Museums | Whanganui

    ­­­This National Services Te Paerangi workshop is delivered in collaboration with Te Whare o Rehua Sarjeant Gallery for Service IQ trainees enrolled in the New Zealand Certificate in Museum Practice and those working in cultural organisations who want to learn more about tikanga Māori in museums and galleries.

    Thu 5 Mar 2026, 10am to 4pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

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    Zui: Publishing for Museums – Bringing Your Stories to Life - Part One

    This two-part Zoom hui series is designed to introduce smaller organisations to the possibilities of publishing—whether you're looking to share illustrated storytelling, research, or community voices.

    Join us for Part One: Understanding the Aotearoa Publishing Landscape.

    Tue 17 Mar 2026, 12.00pm - 1.00pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

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    Zui: Publishing for Museums – Bringing Your Stories to Life - Part Two

    This two-part Zoom hui series is designed to introduce smaller organisations to the possibilities of publishing—whether you're looking to share illustrated storytelling, research, or community voices.

    Join us for Part Two: Navigating the Publishing Process.

    Thu 19 Mar 2026, 12.00pm - 1.00pm

    Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake