Algo-Rhythm: A Whānau Day of Technology and Music

Discover the future of technology and music at Algo-Rhythm! Join the Wellington City Libraries Makerspace team and learn about the technologies that make modern libraries ‘sizzle,’ from virtual reality, robotics, and more! Watch a visual tribute to classic video games and the artists inspired by them with Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision and enjoy musical performances throughout the day!

Sonic exploration and entertainment
Join the National Library of New Zealand, Wellington City Library, and Ngā Taonga Sound and Vision for 3 hours of sonic exploration and entertainment!

Fun for everyone
There will be something fun for everyone with performances and workshops throughout the day!

We’ll have performances from musician Jonny Marks and more to get you grooving.
Discover the future of libraries with Wellington City Library! Have a go playing with VR (virtual reality) machines, create musical instruments with Makey Makeys, and meet robots Frank and Stein for a very special storytelling session.
We’ve got a throwback for parents with Ngā Taonga Sound and Vision! Watch their tribute to classic video games and the artists inspired by them, from arcade game graphics and supercomputers to the home gaming revolution, and beyond!

Check before you come
Due to COVID-19 some of our events can be cancelled or postponed at very short notice. Please check the website for updated information about individual events before you come.

For more general information about National Library services and exhibitions have look at our COVID-19 page.