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Self-portrait, 1936-37, Dunedin Public Art Gallery

Rita Angus: Life & Vision

This exhibition brings together nearly 200 works by this iconic and much-loved New Zealand artist. more>
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Moving Towards a Balanced Earth

Moving Towards a Balanced Earth: Kick the Carbon Habit

Experience this international contemporary art exhibition exploring the future of the environment. more> 
Poi Girl II, 2006, by Areta Wilkinson, mixed media, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Toi Te Papa Art of the Nation

Experience the richness and diversity of New Zealand's artistic heritage in this exhibition showcasing more than 300 artworks. more>

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Art After Dark Toi o te Po

Art After Dark Toi o te Pō - Rita in Pictures

Enjoy art, lectures, and wine at Te Papa’s popular monthly art evening. August’s theme illuminates the new exhibition RITA ANGUS: Life & Vision. more>
Thursday 21 August, 6pm

Science Express @ Te Papa


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Olympics live at Te PapaOlympics live in HD at Te Papa!
TVNZ and Te Papa are delighted to provide live coverage of the Games on a giant screen in the Level 2 foyer. Each day from 12.30pm starting 9 August.
07/08/08

Colossal squid on the moveSquidcam will be back!
The colossal squid has been moved to its display tank this Wednesday. The process has been webcast and blogged live. more>
06/08/08

Spoil yourself in Wellington
Positively Wellington Tourism has launched a new ad campaign: 'Spoil Yourself in Wellington'. Watch it here, and keep an eye out for Te Papa! more>
23/07/08

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Colossal squid defrostingColossal squid

Discover this amazing creature's biology and see the process of its defrosting and examination. more>

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