Events
Essential Workers Thank You 2020
14 - 16 August 2020
This event is a way for Hamilton City Council to thank those in our community who worked as essential workers under the level 4 COVID-19 lockdown. Proof of eligibility and photo ID are required.
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Dinosaurs: Secrets of the Skin
15 August 2020
Pull up a seat at the craft table and use your imagination to draw, colour and design your personal dinosaur with tutor Vivien Hendy. More
Illustration Workshop with Lisala Halapua
16 August 2020
Join us at the museum for an hour of storytelling in English and Tongan, drawing and colouring fun! This workshop is suitable for ages 5-10. More
Storytelling in the Gallery - August
20 August 2020
Traditional and contemporary stories presented for our youngest visitors and their families. More
Poetry Soiree
21 August 2020
Join us after hours at the Museum on National Poetry Day. Come to a poetry soiree supported by The Friends of Waikato Museum and Hamilton Book Month More
Photographing People: A photography workshop
22 August 2020
Join Rose Kerin Photography for a training session inspired by the exhibition Public and Private: Photographs of People. In this hands-on workshop you will have the opportunity to learn about taking portrait photos and to take pictures of people in their environments. More
Collection Secrets Tour - August
27 August 2020
Enter the hidden realms of the Museum to view some of the amazing items in our collections of more than 30,000 objects and learn about their preservation. More
From Scratch
2 September 2020
The legendary ‘From Scratch’ will take you on a magical sonic journey with original DIY instruments creating rhythms and sounds and an unforgettable Pacifica message for eyes and ears of all ages. More
Maaori Arts and Crafts - September
4 September 2020
Join us for Toi Maaori –celebrating meaning with making. Learn traditional craft techniques from tutor Tui Tamara Kirkwood and make your own creation to take home. More
Culture Club: Creative Art Experiences - 'Little Voices from Fukushima' Documentary
6 September 2020
Watch the documentary Little Voices from Fukushima that tells the tale of the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant disaster from the perspective of women and children living in northeastern Japan. More
Te Wiki o Te Reo Maaori Hikoi – Maaori Language Week
14 - 20 September 2020
Take part in our discovery trail. Walk the free galleries and look for new words in te reo Maaori. More
Storytelling in the Gallery - September
17 September 2020
Traditional and contemporary stories presented for our youngest visitors and their families. More
Musical Feast - September
17 September 2020
Hear top young musicians from the Conservatorium of Music at the University of Waikato. More
Collection Secrets Tour - September
24 September 2020
Enter the hidden realms of the Museum to view some of the amazing items in our collections of more than 30,000 objects and learn about their preservation. More
School Holiday Programme - September
28 September - 9 October 2020
Fill your child’s life with more art, design, and science! More
Are you a Museum Master?
Complete the challenges as you explore the Museum. Become a Museum Master! Free event. More
I Spy at the Museum
Explore the Museum, find items and complete an activity sheet. More
Culture Club event information
The region’s ethnic community groups are being offered a chance to show their culture in a series of performances hosted by Waikato Museum. More