Matariki at the Museum

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Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery
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Looking for a fun and creative way to keep tamariki engaged? Join us for our Matariki School Holiday Programme, featuring two unique hands-on experiences inspired by nature, culture and creativity.

Week One – Eel-y Good Fun!

6th & 8th July | 9am–3pm

Ages 8–14

$55 per child, per day

Discover the fascinating life of freshwater eels through science, art and play, then create your own unique soft-sculpture tuna.

Week Two – Taonga Puuoro

13th, 15th & 17th July 2026 | 9am–3pm

Ages 8–18

$55 per child, per day

Immerse tamariki in music with a hands-on introduction to taonga puuoro and discover the sounds of traditional Maaori instruments.

Limited spaces available! Register online or at our front desk.