Get Te Papa in your classroom in real-time, no matter where you are via simple-to use-technology. Book a personalised virtual visit with one of our educators. It’s the next best thing to being here.
connect with one of our friendly and knowledgeable educators, using Zoom, to explore a real Te Papa exhibition without leaving the classroom
talk directly with the educator as they walk through the space with a stedicam
ask questions, request close-ups, and influence the tour’s focus
discover incredible taonga
taongatreasuresMāori | Noun and their stories as though you were here with them.
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Virtual Excursions, 2020. Te Papa
Programme options
Sessions begin at 9am Monday–Friday, before the museum opens to the public. Booking is essential.
We recommend a group size of 30 students for all virtual explorers.
Choose one of the following programmes:
Kaupapa Māori – Explore Te Ao Māori through taonga on display. Note: some restrictions apply.
Te TaiaoExplorer – Learn about the unique fauna and flora of Aotearoa New Zealand. Explore the various relationships that have formed between te taiao and people.
Tangata o le Moana: The story of Pacific people in New Zealand – Explore an exhibition about the unique cultures of the Pacific, their contribution to and adaptation of materials and stories in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Gallipoli perspectives – Be guided through Te Papa’s award winning exhibition while connecting with the stories and impacts of WW1: Gallipoli on people from Aotearoa New Zealand.
Explore Te Papa – Discuss your topic enquiries with our education team to see how we can customise a programme to connect your class with taonga and the building itself.
Art Explorer – Discover the diversity of artworks and ideas on display in Toi | Art. Paintings, sculptures installations, and moving image.
Arrivals – Discover the motivation for travel to Aotearoa New Zealand, discuss the ‘push’ and ‘pull’ factors that result in the multicultural society we see today.
