Mānawatia a Matariki w/ Ōtari Raranga Weavers

Sunday, 15 June
Workshop One: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Workshop Two: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
(Please purchase tickets for your preferred workshop time.)

As Matariki draws close, we invite you to join a special Matariki raranga (weaving) session lead by Frank Topia (Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Haua) and Linda Lee (Ngāti Raukawa ki te Tonga, Ngāti Huia, Ngāti Kurī, Ngāi Tākoto, Te Rarawa, Te Aupōri, Ngāpuhi).

Experience the traditions of raranga (weaving) as we begin with tikanga, connect with tīpuna (ancestors), and create whetū (stars) to celebrate Matariki and welcome in the new year.

You’ll leave with your own hand woven taonga.

A chance for you and your loved ones to create together, weaving memories and artwork in celebration of Matariki.

No Experience Needed – All Materials Provided!
Open to all participants aged 10 and above
We will have a kaputī (cup of tea) and pihikete (biscuit) break during the session.

Spaces are limited so secure your spot today!
$15 (unwaged) | $25 (waged)
Tickets available online: https://www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz/shop or in-person at the Gallery Store

Ka mahi ngā kanohi tīkonga a Matariki - The ever-alert and protruding eyes of Matariki
This whakatauki (proverb) is said of a person who is awake and alert at night.

Accessibility Information: The New Zealand Portrait Gallery is an accessible venue, all on one level. There is an accessible wharepaku at the back of the venue. The gallery has automatic sliding doors and glass doors that can be pushed or pulled to enter. We have a wheelchair available for use within the gallery, and there is low stool seating throughout. If you have any questions regarding accessibility or if there is something we could do to make your visit easier, please get in touch.

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