Māori Myths & Legends with Takahē

A myth or legend is a story passed on through the generations. It can be based in fact or a fictional story. In the Waipā district, we have myths about taniwha that live in the rivers, guardians of the forest and shape changers who can take the form of birds.

These particular pūrākau stories are presented in the form of graphic novels – similar to comic books, using imagery to reveal the plot and identify unique things in te ao marama – our understanding. Local to mana whenua in the Waipā, these pūrākau stories are for all of us to enjoy.

To celebrate this exhibition for the month of November with FREE activities the kids and all the whānau can participate in like making mythical creatures like taniwha and displaying on the enchanted forest wall!