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Record-Breaking Year For Tūhura Otago Museum Photography Competition
Thursday, 5 February 2026, 12:44 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
Tūhura Otago Museum Marketing Manager Charlie Buchan says the competition plays an important role beyond photography alone. More >>
Cook Strait Swim Highlights Failure To Fund Protection Of National Collections
Friday, 30 January 2026, 4:51 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
Dr Griffin said the attempt has already brought significant national attention to a systemic issue facing museums across Aotearoa. More >>
Otago Physicist To Swim Cook Strait To Protect Aotearoa’s Heritage
Wednesday, 21 January 2026, 3:37 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
Otago’s exceptionally rich history, particularly during the gold rush era, has resulted in the museum acquiring vast and internationally significant collections. More >>
Museum Curator Awarded Major Funding For Māori Rock Art Research
Friday, 12 December 2025, 3:18 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
Dr O’Regan has been selected by The Royal Society Te Apārangi as one of twelve mid-career researchers to receive Mana Tūānuku Research Leader Fellowships in 2025. More >>
South Island Levels Up With Toi Māori-Inspired Arcade Art At Tūhura
Friday, 18 July 2025, 2:40 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
The exhibition, making its South Island debut, transforms nostalgic arcade cabinets into fully playable works of art. Created by Wellington-based designer Preston McNeil, Arca Arcade is a bold fusion of industrial design, retro technology, and cultural ... More >>
Tūhura Otago Museum To Mark Matariki With Dawn Ceremony And Whānau Celebration
Friday, 13 June 2025, 4:13 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
Tūhura’s annual dawn ceremony has become a cornerstone of the Ōtepoti events calendar. Each year, hundreds gather on the Museum Reserve to welcome the Māori New Year and take part in a moment of remembrance, reflection and renewal. More >>
Historic Samoan Tattoo Event Makes Global Museum History At Tūhura Otago Museum
Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 3:18 pm | Tuhura Otago Museum
The event began with a public talk where Su’a Sulu’ape Peter shared the rich cultural history of the Pe’a and Malu – traditional Samoan tattoos for men and women – and followed with a live tattooing session, deeply spiritual and emotionally ... More >>
