Past Exhibitions and Events

Exhibitions and events that have been held at Te Kōputu in the past are presented below in reverse chronological order (newest first).

Bay of Plenty Family History Month August 2023

Date: 

Fri, 04/08/2023 - 10:00am to Fri, 01/09/2023 - 4:00pm

Explore fascinating family histories in this month-long exhibition of special items from the museum collections.

From the cap presented to Joseph Warbrick’s whānau upon his induction into the World Rugby Hall of Fame, to diaries, quilts and other treasured objects that have been handed down from generation to generation. 

Ngā māreikura a Matariki, whakaniko ki Ngāti Awa

Date: 

Mon, 19/06/2023 - 9:00am to Sat, 26/08/2023 - 1:00pm

This stunning exhibition brings together for the first time a collection of Ngāti Awa wāhine whose varied artworks draw on Ngāti Awa customs, values, practices and connections to the Pacific.

Bay of Plenty Family History Month August 2023

Date: 

Fri, 25/08/2023 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

We all have a story to tell.

Let’s get together and share stories about where we’ve come from, and what brought ourselves orour tīpuna/ancestors to the Whakatāne rohe/district.

Feel free to bring along a cherished item that helps tell your family’s story.

Bay of Plenty Family History Month August 2023

Date: 

Thu, 24/08/2023 - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Curious about your ancestors, and how to get started with your family tree?

Join genealogy enthusiast Sharon Major to learn about easy ways to get going with genealogy and DNA research.

Bring your laptop if you have one, a notebook, and your questions.

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