Online Exhibitions

The Whakatāne Museum houses over 600,000 items in its collections. This includes significant examples of Taonga Māori, a comprehensive collection of archival material from the Whakatāne District and the Bay of Plenty region, and an extensive photographic collection covering the physical and social history of the past century.

We're currently undertaking a digitisation project to make more of our collection available online.

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Trevor Lloyd

Trevor Lloyd (1863- 1937) was a New Zealand artist, illustrator and cartoonist who was largely self-taught.

George Caisley, Whakatāne Domain Band Rotunda

Christopher Caisley

Christopher George Caisley (1882 – 1960) was born in Wallsend, Newcastle and later worked from a stationer’s store on the eastern Strand as a proprietor and photographer, capturing images early Whakatāne.

Sister Annie Henry

Ann (Annie) Henry was born on 25 July 1879 at The Narrows, Riverton, Southland, New Zealand, the daughter of sawmiller Francis Henry and his wife, Catherine McKillop. At age 37 she was sent to work in Ruatāhuna by the Māori Mission Committee of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand.

William Thomas Bray

William Thomas Bray (1906-1977) was born on 15 November 1906, the only son of May and William John Bray. He grew up on a farm in Glen Eden, Auckland with his three sisters, Louisa, Myrtle and Edna. At an early age William had a broad range of interests, including music, which became an important part of his life. He purchased a piano and later a violin for the family. He became a member of the Symphonia of Auckland, now the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra.

World War 1 Commemoration

The First World War was one of the most significant events of the 20th Century. Between 1914 and 1918 some 100,000 troops, or about a tenth of the New Zealand population, served overseas. More than 18,000 died and over 40,000 were wounded, touching nearly every New Zealand family, every community, school and workplace. 2014 -2019 marks the centenary commemorations of WWI that will honour the service and sacrifice of those who fought. It will also tell the stories of the great majority of people who remained at home.

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Online Exhibitions

We have highlighted some objects held in our collection via online exhibitions.

Exhibitions and Events

Exhibitions and events that have been held at Te Kōputu in the past are presented here.

Whakatāne Art and Heritage Galleries Blog

Keep up with the latest news and views from staff at the Whakatāne Art and Heritage Galleries at Te Kōputu a te whanga a Toi.

Whakatāne Gallery Podcast

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Photographic Collection

The photographic collection houses over 600,000 images of the Whakatāne District.

Research

The Museum offers a wide range of resources and services both onsite and increasingly online for researchers, students and the public.

Search the Collection

You can explore the Te Whare Taonga ō Taketake, Whakatāne Museum and Research Centre collection online.

Kaiārahi / Visitor Host Programme

Whakatāne Museum and Arts runs an exciting Kaiārahi / Visitor Host programme in the galleries at Te Kōputu a te Whanga a Toi — Whakatāne Library and Exhibition Centre.