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Our Ocean of Islands
Exhibition on now | FREE exhibition
Our Ocean of Islands is a landmark exhibition bringing together the Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural practices of 24 Moana Oceania island nations. Developed with key knowledge holders from each island nation, the exhibition celebrates diverse Indigenous perspectives and explores the interconnections between peoples, lands, seas, and skies.
Pacific Voices: Trouble in Paradise
Thursday 12 November, 5pm-8pm | Free, bookings required
Join us for a panel conversation exploring climate change through art, storytelling and Pacific perspectives, featuring academic Caroline Vercoe and artists Uga Vaialia and Zech Soakai.
Can I Live? Film screening and climate discussion
Friday 20 November, 5pm-8.30pm | Free, bookings required
Join us for a screening of Can I Live?, an important and thought provoking film conceived, written and performed by actor and climate advocate Fehinti Balogun.
Manahua – A Weavers’ Collective
Sat 14 November, 10.30am-1pm | Free with museum entry
Watch weaving live at the museum. Spend some time with Manahua – A Weavers’ Collective as you sit and watch the weaving take shape.
Tuvalu Community Day | Te Vaka, Our Story
Sat 21 November, 10am -4 pm | Free with museum entry
Spend the day with our Tuvalu community. Led by tautai and master vaka builder Vaito Keakea and Kelesoma Saloa, Te Vaka, Our Story, brings together fai'tala/conversations, demonstrations, dance and film.
Celebrating Our Ocean of Islands communities
Tuvalu Community Day, 21 November, 10am - 4pm | Free with museum entry
As part of Our Ocean of Islands, each participating Moana Oceania nation will host a Community Day, offering the chance to connect with the knowledge holders, artists, performers, and community members who have contributed to the exhibition.
Make Days
Select Sundays, 10am - 2pm | Free with museum entry
Drop into the Maritime Museum on selected dates and take home a free, whānau-friendly craft.
Christmas Sailing with Mrs Claus
Sat 12 & Sun 13 Dec, 10.30am, 11:30am & 1:30pm | From $20pp
All aboard for a magical Christmas voyage! This festive season, Mrs Claus herself joins the crew of Ted Ashby for a series of tamariki-friendly sailings.
Free Guided Museum Tours
Everyday, 10:30am | Free with museum entry
Dive deeper with a complimentary tour from one of our friendly volunteer guides.
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