Matariki at the Museum
On This Week
- Where:
- Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum 1 Grantham Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, Waikato
- When:
- 13 Jul 2026, 9:00am – 17 Jul 2026, 3:00pm
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.
See the full article online at tewharetaonga.nz