Discovery Centres Te Papa Tamariki

It’s play time! Families get hands-on with educational exhibits, games, and books.

Ages: Up to 12 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Times: 10am–6pm, every day of the year (except Christmas Day)
Cost: Free

PlaNet Pasifika, Level 4

This family space showcases the diversity of expression and creativity among the people of Pacific Island nations.

PlaNet Pasifika 2015. Photograph by Michael Hall. Te Papa

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PlaNet Pasifika 2015. Photograph by Michael Hall. Te Papa

Te Huka ā Tai, Level 4

Celebrate te ao Māori

  te ao Māorithe Māori worldMāori | Noun
te ao Māori the Māori world
 at Te Huka ā Tai Discovery Centre. Prepare a hāngi

  hāngifood cooked in an earth ovenMāori | noun
, dress up in piupiu

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  piupiuwaist-to-knees garment made of flaxMāori | noun
and other costumes, and play with games and puzzles. Take time out with a pukapuka

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  pukapukabookMāori | noun
 in the comfy reading nook, or explore the taonga

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  taongatreasuresMāori | noun
on display.