What’s on

Unboxed:The Collection Unpacked
Nelson, New Zealand – Peek behind the curtain of the Nelson Provincial Museum Pupuri Taonga o Te Tai Ao with Unboxed – The Collection Unpacked, an exclusive exhibition opening on the 29 March 2025.

Pāhekoheko: Keri-Mei Zagrobelna
Pāhekoheko (noun) - connection, relationship, association, interaction, combination. Keri-Mei Zagrobelna’s latest body of work explores her deep connections to Whakatū, her iwi ties, and her long-standing relationship with museums.

Mana Māna: Kim Ireland
In Mana Māna, local artist Kim Ireland (Tūhourangi, Tapuika, Korean) explores whakapapa and inter-generational strength through uku (clay). Inspired by gourds, Ireland’s work reflects the connection between wāhine and tīpuna wahine, providing guidance and strength in times of te pō (darkness).

George’s War. Sue Heydon, Following my Father’s Journey
George’s War: Following My Father’s Journey is an intimate and poignant exhibition by local artist Sue Heydon, exploring her father’s harrowing experience as a WWII prisoner of war.

Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature
Te Hītori Aotūroa: Learning from Nature is a thought-provoking exhibition that delves into the world of birds, bones and bugs, showcasing natural history highlights from the Museum’s collection.

Animal Antics: Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
Animal Antics: Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards is a hilarious exhibition curated from the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Collection featuring mischievous monkeys, clumsy cats, and photobombing fish captured in their most comical moments.