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).

Ngā māreikura a Matariki, whakaniko ki Ngāti Awa

Artist Floor Talks and Kauae Tehe/Chin Moko Demonstration

Date:

Sun, 20/08/2023 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Enjoy talks from several artists showing works in the Ngā māreikura a Matariki, whakaniko ki Ngāti Awa exhibition, including Dame Robin White, Maria Elliot and Ronn Kupa.

This is also a chance to witness a very special moko live illustration by Ronn Kupa, where a kaiwhiwhi (supported by her whānau) will receive her kauae tehe in the gallery.

Taketake at Twilight

Date:

Fri, 28/07/2023 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

For one night only, discover some of the taonga and special objects housed at Taketake in a whole new light, with kaimahi and Whakatāne Museum Trustees sharing kōrero in celebration of the after hours living light exhibition.

Tuna vs. Trout

Date:

Sat, 08/04/2023 - 10:00am to Sat, 27/05/2023 - 2:00pm

Tuna vs. Trout is a culmination of artist Elliot Mason's observations, reflections and responses to the relationship between tuna and trout.

He kāwai whenua, He kāwai whakapapa

Date:

Sat, 08/04/2023 - 10:00am to Sat, 27/05/2023 - 2:00pm

Upon first glance Maraea Timutimu’s photographs could be read as still lifes. In fact, the artist’s careful layering of organic materials reveals something much deeper.

Pākākano

Date:

Sat, 08/04/2023 - 10:00am to Sat, 20/05/2023 - 2:00pm

Shona Tawhiao's 'Pākākano' explores the connection to whakapapa through the metaphor of seeds. Unfurling, regenerative, and full of potential, the seed is symbolic of change.