6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Stonehenge – Old Rocks, New Theories Monday 24 February, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Stonehenge – Old Rocks, New Theories ***SOLD OUT***In this talk archaeologist, author and BBC broadcaster Julian Richards will explore Stonehenge, arguably the most famous stone circle in the world. Starting with an examination of its unique structure he will explore the big questions: how it was built, who built it and, perhaps the most intriguing - why? While exploring past ideas, […] $25.00 – $35.00
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Painting in France from David to Monet 1770-1920 Sunday 2 March, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Painting in France from David to Monet 1770-1920 Friends of Te Papa, in association with Arts Society Wellington, is delighted to bring you this very special lecture from accomplished Chair of the History Council of Victoria and Order of Australia recipient Peter McPhee. In the 150 years after 1770, France produced some of the most famous Rococo, Neo-Classical, Realist and Impressionist artists in […] $30.00 – $35.00
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tour of the Classics Museum Thursday 20 March, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Tour of the Classics Museum The Classics Museum of Victoria University houses a treasure trove of ancient Greek and Roman artefacts: vases, coins, sculpture, objects for use in daily life, like this above pictured Carthage Tetrdrachm, dating back to 410 – 146 BC from the ancient civilisation of Carthage, one of the most important trading hubs of the Ancient Mediterranean and one of the most affluent cities of the classical world. In this tour, Dr Diana Burton will show us how the collection offers a window into the world of the ancients, and you’ll also get a chance to handle some objects yourself! $25.00 – $30.00
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop: Adornment and Identity Friday 4 April, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Workshop: Adornment and Identity To continue celebrating Te Papa’s awe-inspiring Vivienne Westood & Jewellery exhibition, Museum Education Specialist Laura Jones will lead us through a fun and engaging session to explore identity through adornment. $30.00 – $35.00