News COVID 19: Te Papa is currently closed 19/03/2020 0 This is to protect the health of our community from the risk of Covid-19 coronavirus. We will continue to follow the advice of health authorities. Our staff are here taking… READ MORE
News Appointment of Te Papa’s New Chief Executive 18/12/2019 0 Tēnā koutou, The Friends of Te Papa are delighted that Courtney Johnston has been appointed by the Te Papa Board to be the museum’s new Chief Executive. Courtney comes to the… READ MORE
News Work With Us – IT Support 13/11/2019 0 Do you have skills and experience in website management and development? Would you like to look after the Friends successful database and website? The Friends of Te Papa are seeking… READ MORE
Arts Highlights History News Talks An afternoon with Frances Hodgkins 06/05/2019 0 In connection with the exhibition Frances Hodgkins, from Dunedin to Waikanae, Mahara Gallery are offering a special study day on Sunday 19 May, from 1 pm – 5 pm at… READ MORE
Events News Book Into Te Papa Talks and Win a Goody Bag! 18/03/2019 0 Te Papa Talks continue on Tuesday 2 April with 'How Long is Forever?'. The session will explore ways in which we understand time and immortality. How did the ancient Chinese… READ MORE
History News Talks Curating Between Hope and Despair: Creating POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews 26/02/2019 0 Friday 8 March 4pm, Rangimarie Rooms 1 and 2, Te Papa Facing the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes on the site of the Warsaw ghetto and prewar Jewish neighborhood POLIN Museum… READ MORE
Exhibitions News Friends Special Rate For Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality 07/01/2019 0 Friends members have a special rate to enter the exhibition Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality of $16. Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality offers a rare opportunity to have an intimate and immersive encounter… READ MORE
News Late Night Viewings – Friends Discount 03/01/2019 0 Friends members have a special discounted rate to attend late night viewings of Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality that includes dumplings and a drink for only $35 instead of $39. The sessions… READ MORE
News Science Science for Lunch Series Takes Over November 19/10/2018 0 We're happy to announce our complete Science for Lunch series taking place throughout November. Enjoy a variety of events, including a behind the scenes tour, exclusive information on the upcoming… READ MORE
News Science Beyond the Garden: A Botanical Science Perspective 28/09/2018 0 Victoria University's Centre for Lifelong Learning will be hosting a lecture series in November, Beyond the Garden: A Botanical Science Perspective. This is a 4 session course including a final outdoor… READ MORE