Past Events:
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
A 19th century wedding outfit reveals a story of skilled makers, migration, and a life built in Aotearoa.
Ended: Fri, 1 May, 2026
He Kete Iti: Artists Talk
Hear first-hand from artists that contributed to this unique kaupapa.
Ended: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026
Taonga o te Marama/Object of the Month Talk
What happens when Superman comes face to face with one of Aotearoa’s most iconic extinct species?
Ended: Fri, 17 Apr, 2026
Autumn Holiday Fun Wk2: Little Stars Harakeke Weaving
Learn how to create a simple flax star.
Ended: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026
Autumn Holiday Fun Wk 2: Tiny Hands Paper Weaving
A fun, hands-on introduction to weaving
Ended: Tue, 14 Apr, 2026
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Uncover a fascinating story of Edwardian fashion, family, and entrepreneurship.
Ended: Fri, 10 Apr, 2026
Autumn Holiday Fun Wk1: Little Stars Harakeke Weaving
Learn how to create a simple flax star.
Ended: Thu, 9 Apr, 2026
Autumn Holiday Fun Wk1: Tiny Hands Paper Weaving
A fun, hands-on introduction to weaving
Ended: Tue, 7 Apr, 2026
Public Meeting
Your opportunity to hear feedback on the review of the Whanganui Regional Museum Trust Constitution.
Ended: Tue, 31 Mar, 2026
Taonga o te Marama/Object of the Month Talk
Explore a new object every month at the Museum!
Ended: Fri, 20 Mar, 2026
For Museum Friends: Hunting the Collectors – Using Genealogy at the Museum
A special event exclusively for Museum Friends, present by Dr Sue Garside
Ended: Thu, 12 Mar, 2026
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Explore an exquisite example of sumertime elegance from the 1910s.