Galleries & Museums

Aotea Utanganui Museum of South Taranaki

We are a purpose-built museum that embodies the spirit and energy of the South Taranaki region. Our taonga include the Waitore Artifacts: some of the oldest wooden artifacts in NZ, the Hāwera Star newspaper archive and photographic collections. Location 127 Egmont St, Pātea Admission Free entry Open Mon – Sat, 10am – 4pm Website museumofsouthtaranaki.wordpress.com

The Collaboration

Exhibition: Home. A mixed media exhibition featuring 12 local artists who call Taranaki Home. The Collaboration is a dynamic popup exhibition and retail space. Hosting events every 6 weeks for 12 exhibiting artists and 40+ small local and NZ businesses. From crafts to clothing, wellbeing products and art, our talented group have created a unique shopping experience for everyone. Location 83 Devon Street East, New Plymouth Admission Free entry Open Tues – Fri 9.30am – 4.30pm Sat – Sun 10.30am – 3pm Website thecollaborationnz.nz

Fenton Street Arts Collective

Fenton Street Arts Collective established in 2018 in the century old, Heritage listed Egmont Chambers building has become the hub for lovers of quality Art, Coffee and Gin. Wander through the art spaces, pop your head into the distillery, taste from our menu surrounded by national and local art.

Location 11 Fenton Street Stratford Admission Free entry Open Sun – Fri, 10am – 2pm Sat 10am – 3pm (over the festival these hours may be extended) Website fentonartscollective.co.nz

We look forward to welcoming you to our Independent, not-for-profit Community Art Gallery. Where we showcase artwork by over 100 Taranaki artists under one roof.

Location 19 Gover Street, New Plymouth Admission Free entry Open Mon – Sat, 10am – 4pm Sun 12pm – 4pm Closed Tuesdays. Website Find us on facebook and instagram: @goverstgallery

Hall of Design Studio & Gallery

A beautiful creative environment, presenting contemporary exhibitions and events.

Location 1139 South Road, Ōakura Admission Free entry Open Mon – Sat, 10am – 4pm See FB @hallofdesign.nz for open hours Website hallofdesign.co.nz

Hillsborough Holden Museum

New Zealand’s largest private collection of Holden cars and memorabilia, also features a Bathurst-themed mini-putt golf course, luge, and café.

Location 683 Egmont Road, New Plymouth Admission Admission charges apply Open Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm Open public holidays Website hillsboroughholdenmuseum.co.nz

Garden Delight, an exhibition at Kina Gallery takes you into the garden with a collection of contemporary NZ artists sharing their mahi in a wide range of mediums. A beautiful offering that will spark the delight of all garden lovers. Location 101 Devon Street West, New Plymouth Admission Free entry Open Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm Sat 9.30am – 4pm Sun 10am – 3pm Website kina.co.nz

Koru on Devon Contemporary Gallery + Art Space

Contemporary painting/Glass/ Ceramics/Photography/ Sculpture. Local and New Zealand Artists. Groups welcomed. Refreshments served for group evening bookings, during Reset.

Location 89 Devon Street West, New Plymouth Admission Free entry Open Wed – Sun, 10am – 3pm Website korugalleries.co.nz

LUMEN Studios & Gallery

An artist run space that hosts exhibitions, workshops and stocks a range of work by local artists, jewellers, weavers and makers. Resident artists Teresa Goodin and Alice Cowdrey work from studios adjacent to the gallery and shop.

Location 1729 South Road, Tataraimaka (old Patuha Cheese factory) Admission Free entry Open Spring hours) Fri 10am – 2pm Sat & Sun 10am – 4pm Open everyday from 1-14 November. Website lumengallery.co.nz

Percy Thomson Gallery, Stratford, is a thriving regional gallery with a number of local and national exhibitions showing each year.

Location 56 Miranda Street Stratford Admission Free entry Open Mon – Fri, 10.30am – 4pm Sat – Sun 10.30am – 3pm Website percythomsongallery.org.nz

Puke Ariki Museum

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind. The exhibition features 99 images that capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breath-taking diversity of our planet. On show until 14 November.

Location 1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth Admission Free entry Open Daily 10am – 5pm Website www.pukeariki.com

Save the Date! 28 Oct – 6 Nov 2022

Experience glorious gardens and events at New Zealand’s biggest spring celebration

Be a part of making ARTS THRIVE

The Taranaki Arts Festival Trust has been enriching people’s lives since 1991, thanks to the philanthropic support we receive from the community. Our festivals positively impact our community’s wellbeing. They increase creativity, support Taranaki’s economic strength and inspire future generations. Now more than ever, arts, culture, and live performances play a crucial role in bringing together people, threading magic throughout the region, and weaving creativity into the fabric of Taranaki life. As a Patron, you play a massive part in the ongoing success of TAFT and our festivals. As a Patron, you are the first to see our programme, access priority ticket bookings and personalised booking service. You are acknowledged on our website, in our Festival Programme and during the Festival, if you wish. Becoming a Patron means knowing that you’re contributing to the innovative, vibrant, visionary and iconic arts scene here in our region. Taranaki Arts Festival Patronage is now open for our 2022/23 festival season. If you, your business, or your whānau want to be part of the arts, we’d love to hear from you! Donations start from $1,000 + GST for a two-year period, supporting four festivals! Please get in touch with sandie@taft.co.nz Explore our festival’s history taft.co.nz #artsthrivehere