AIR PLAYGROUND
16 MAY - 11 OCT | FROM $5
For curious kids of all ages, experience the science of aerodynamics and the amazing invisible elemental force of air
For curious kids of all ages, experience the science of aerodynamics and the amazing invisible elemental force of air through 10 interactive exhibits. Developed by a team of Scienceworks experts from Museums Victoria, this exhibition is jam-packed with hands-on interactive experiences for the whole whānau.
A far cry from the brown pots of studio pottery we’re familiar with, the artists in Screech take their cues from subjects like raging rockstars, other-worldly paintings and imaginary creatures. Their work moves beyond use and form to explore pop culture, mythology and social dynamics.
Encounter new works by Kura Te Waru-Rewiri that are a connection to artist Marilynn Webb and experience the artist’s creative practice through other works across time.
Bringing together pristine, still life paintings of cleaning products, she-wees and baby bottles with surreal constructions, Emily Hartley-Skudder’s latest body of work responds to Palmerston North’s beloved public toilets, Ladies Rest, in Te Marae o Hine, the Square.
Emily Hartley-Skudder is the inaugural recipient of the Fair Trust Art Prize.
On the first Friday of every month, bring your baby in a front pack or buggy to the art gallery for a short tour with one of the exhibition curators!
Baby Steps is a relaxed and social setting for caregivers of infants and young toddlers. It is a great chance to learn about the curious world of contemporary art and meet other like-minded people caring for little ones. Enjoy a 20-minute tour and stay for a free morning tea and chats. This is a drop-in event with no booking required.
A market for people who love to create with yarn and fibre - knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers, felt makers... Indie dyed wool, yarn, fibre, buttons and notions, patterns and haberdashery.
Encounter new works by artist Kura Te Waru-Rewiri that are a connection to artist Marilynn Webb and then progress to walk & talk with Kura, curator Roma Pōtiki and Rongomaiaia Te Whaiti.
Come along to hear artist Emily Hartley-Skudder and exhibition curator Sian van Dyk in conversation about the process and concepts behind the inaugural Fair Trust Art Prize exhibition.
The Mina McKenzie Kete was created by young Rongotea weaver, Cassandra Archer, in 2023. It is currently on display as part of Te Manawa’s exhibit: ‘Keeping the Taonga Warm – The Legacy of Mina McKenzie’. Historian Dr Tanja Rother spoke with Cassandra to find out the story behind the kete.
In part two of this blog series, learn how a recent discovery in the Te Manawa archive has uncovered a wealth of information about Mina McKenzie's involvement in Te Māori, an unprecedented exhibition.
A major new art prize designed to fuel bold artistic ambition will make its debut when CAMEO, an exhibition by Wellington contemporary artist Emily Hartley-Skudder, opens on 22 August.
Acclaimed contemporary carver Ngaroma Riley has been awarded the $40,000 Fair Trust Art Prize
