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World famous collection of Surrealism coming to Te Papa

World famous collection of Surrealism coming to Te Papa

A unique, world famous collection of Surrealist art is coming to Te Papa this winter.

Prime Minister’s Chief Science Adviser Professor Juliet Gerrard appointed to Te Papa board

Prime Minister’s Chief Science Adviser Professor Juliet Gerrard appointed to Te Papa board

Outdoor, online and on air showtime at Auckland Festival of Photography

Prime Minister’s Chief Science Adviser Professor Juliet Gerrard appointed to Te Papa board

Prime Minister’s Chief Science Adviser Professor Juliet Gerrard appointed to Te Papa board

The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, Professor Juliet Gerrard, has been appointed to the Board of Te Papa.

Enter the alluring world of acclaimed artist Lemi Ponifasio at Te Papa

Enter the alluring world of acclaimed artist Lemi Ponifasio at Te Papa

Te Papa’s Toi Art presents MAU: House of Night and Day, a major installation by renowned director, choreographer and multidisciplinary artist Lemi Ponifasio.

World famous collection Dalí and the Surrealists is coming to Te Papa

World famous collection Dalí and the Surrealists is coming to Te Papa

A unique, world famous collection of Surrealist art is coming to Te Papa this summer.

“Spectacular” Wonderland exhibition opens at Te Papa

“Spectacular” Wonderland exhibition opens at Te Papa

Te Papa’s summer blockbuster exhibition Wonderland opens to the public tomorrow and runs until 8 March 2020.

Powerful photographs of Sāmoan tattooing on show at Te Papa

Powerful photographs of Sāmoan tattooing on show at Te Papa

An exhibition opening in Te Papa’s Toi Art in November gives an intimate insight into the unique cultural practice of Sāmoan tattooing.

Te Papa exhibits painting of peaceful encounter from Cook’s second voyage

Te Papa exhibits painting of peaceful encounter from Cook’s second voyage

The oldest European painting of Aotearoa New Zealand in Te Papa's collection will go in display in Toi Art, Te Papa’s art gallery, as part of Tamatea: He Tūtakinga Tuku Iho |Legacies of encounter.

The terracotta warriors have arrived at Te Papa

The terracotta warriors have arrived at Te Papa

After travelling more than 10,000 kilometres from Xi’an, China, the 2,300-year-old terracotta warriors have arrived at Te Papa.

Te Papa highlights the legacy of female suffrage

Te Papa highlights the legacy of female suffrage

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Art monsters for kids & teens at Te Papa: Two new exhibitions open 18 August

Art monsters for kids & teens at Te Papa: Two new exhibitions open 18 August

"We celebrate the achievements and contributions of people and communities who make Aotearoa New Zealand a rich, diverse and creative country.”

Art monsters for kids & teens at Te Papa: Two new exhibitions open 18 August

Art monsters for kids & teens at Te Papa: Two new exhibitions open 18 August

From scaly sea monsters, shiny dinosaurs, and ghastly goblins, to the dark brooding misfits of Tony Fomison’s paintings – two new art exhibitions will open at Te Papa this weekend