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He Pānui: Te Ara Hihiko

He Pānui: Te Ara Hihiko

23 November 2024 – 29 March 2025 | Operating at the intersections of art, design, architecture and craft, Te Ara Hihiko “the creative pathway” is the work of Jacob Scott (Ngāti Raukawa, Te Arawa, Ngāti Kahungunu, Te Āti Awa) and Jason Kendrick. This exhibition explores knowledge, past practices, and ways of doing things, to solve problems and find answers activating the creative spirit.

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In Good Relation: Maioha Kara

In Good Relation: Maioha Kara

23 November 2024 – 29 March 2025 | Maioha Kara (Ngāti Korokī Kahukura, Ngāti Tipa, Te Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi, Tūhourangi, Te Whānau a Hinetapora, Kuki Airani) is deeply interested in the interconnectedness of all things. In this exhibition of new and existing works, Kara uses whakapapa as a lens to reveal the connections between people, te taiao, and the very beginnings of creation.

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Youth Art Ambassador Programme

Youth Art Ambassador Programme

The Youth Art Ambassador Programme (YAAP) is returning to the Gallery this year. Applications are open now! This monthly, peer-led, after-school programme focuses on providing new experiences and skills for rangatahi aged between 15 and 19.

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Wā We Can't Afford: Heidi Brickell

Wā We Can't Afford: Heidi Brickell

22 February – 17 May 2025 | Wā We Can’t Afford has grown from Heidi Brickell’s time as Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga Hastings Art Gallery’s inaugural visiting artist, spending six weeks in residence during late 2024. Across her practice Brickell explores how we navigate the world in relation to mātauranga Māori and the human knowledge and wisdom held in relation to our natural environment.

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Artist Kōrero & Wānanga: Heidi Brickell

Artist Kōrero & Wānanga: Heidi Brickell

Saturday 22 February, 11am | Join us for a unique floor talk-wānanga led by artist Heidi Brickell, where you’ll have the opportunity to engage with her insights about her solo exhibition Wā We Can't Afford while keeping your hands busy with creative activities. Free, no booking required.

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Photographing the Pacific Sisters: Vivienne Haldane

Photographing the Pacific Sisters: Vivienne Haldane

22 February – 17 May 2025 | In photographs spanning decades, Vivienne Haldane has captured the intimate and dynamic journey of the Pacific Sisters, a groundbreaking art and fashion collective of Pasifika and Māori creatives.

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