Mā’ohi Nui Community Activity Day

Join the Mā’ohi Nui community for a day of activities celebrating Mā’ohi culture. Be welcomed by the sound of live Polynesian music; explore the Tā'ere Mā’ohi i Aotearoa exhibit with a fa’atere (guide) from the community; watch and learn from expert weavers; discover how to wear the pāreu (sarong); bring along your ukulele and learn how to play the national anthem of Aotearoa New Zealand.

PROGRAMME - Please note programme may be subject to change without notice due to the ongoing Omicron outbreak.
Bracelet and Popo (Poi) Making
Te Ao Mārama South Atrium, Orientation Space

This workshop will test your patience and reward your creativity as you learn through master weavers how to craft your own taonga. At the end of the workshop, you will be the proud owner of your own poi or bracelet. Children and adults welcome.

Ukelele Workshop
Te Ao Mārama South Atrium, Orientation Space

Ukulele is a must-have in Mā'ohi Nui and children quickly learn how to master this stringed instrument. Become an honorary Mā'ohi: bring your own ukulele to the museum and learn some easy songs from expert players. Children and adults welcome.

Pāreu (Sarong) Tying and Dance Workshop
Te Ao Mārama South Atrium, Under the Tanoa

People in Papeete, the capital of Tahiti, wear their pāreu in many ways. Bring along your favourite sarong and learn these different techniques with the help of our knowledge holders, and master some dance moves as well! Children and adults welcome.

Full Dance Performance by the Mā'ohi Nui Community
1PM - 2PM, Te Ao Mārama South Atrium, Under the Tanoa

Be transported to the islands of Mā'ohi Nui by experiencing an exquisite performance of traditional song and dance by our expert dancers. Presented by the community as thanks for participation in the activity day.