Visit the heritage boat-building shed, Percy Vos, and witness master carver Wikuki Kingi (Tainui, Ngāi Tai, Raukawa, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Ngāi Tahu, Hawai‘i) and his crew as they bring the art of Toi Māori and Whakairo to life, carving a waka and weaving a harakeke sail.
Please note: This programme will be taking place at Percy Vos Boat shed - a short 5-10 minute walk from the museum. Click here for directions.
Carousel slide 1 image
Tainui, Ngai Tai, Raukawa, Te Whanau a Apanui, Ngai Tahu, Hawaii
With over 45 years’ experience in Toi Māori and Whakairo (art and carving), Tohunga Wikuki Kingi has created hundreds of taonga (cultural treasures), including waka (canoes), marae (wharenui), and pou (totems). Wikuki is well known for his creative talents and outstanding expertise in Aotearoa and across the Pacific. For more information about Wikuki and his work see www.poukapua.com.