Matariki at the Museum

Come down to the Museum and engage in some fun activities to celebrate Matariki. Learn about the stars and their associations with the environment, decorate a star for your loved one who has passed on, send your wishes for the new year to Hiwa-i-te-rangi, and learn a new Matariki song.

Age Range:
Suitable for all ages

Date:
Friday, 10 July 2026

Time:
12:00pm - 3:00pm

Location:
Te Whare Taonga o Kāwhia - Omimiti Reserve, Kāwhia

Upcoming Events

2026 Annual General Meeting

  • Update on progress of the Strategic Plan and the 2025/26 Action Plan.

  • Hear about progress on current projects, and future plans as outlined in the 2026/27 Action Plan.

  • Learn about volunteering opportunities, current research, and fundraising initiatives.

  • This year’s guest speaker is past Museum Chairperson, Barry Buckley. Barry will be sharing the early history of the Kāwhia Museum.

  • Society members can vote for Museum committee members. Three positions on the committee are up for re-election in this year’s AGM. Learn who the iwi representatives are as appointed by the four local iwi.