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Homegrown Gallery

Retailers

Celebrating Ōtautahi artists and their unique talents. You will have a chance to Meet the Maker; there is a different artist in residence every day of the week. Choose from a fantastic selection of products handmade by our artists and other makers throughout Aotearoa. Visit the Homegrown whānau upstairs in Boys' High Building and Support Local!

Nau mai, haere mai, ki te Whare Tapere

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A House of Indigenous Storytelling
Whare Tapere were spaces on Pā sites, where Māori would come together to celebrate and use a range of artforms to share their stories. Artist-scholars such as Charles Royal and Nicola Hyland are bringing to light this history through their research and writing. Māori artists are embracing and enlivening the storied tradition of these houses in their practice.

Pūmanawa

Galleries & museums

Pūmanawa is The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora’s community exhibition space.

Observatory Tower achieves a significant project milestone

News

By no means a small feat, the fully restored Observatory Tower spiral staircase was successfully lowered back into place at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora this week.

There’s lots to see and do

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Glen’s trail
A craftsman, Glen takes local Canterbury timber and repurposes it into stunning home décor, furniture and unique wood art. He enjoys taking inspiration from the heritage buildings and can often be found in Lumière watching a film. Here’s what else Glen likes to get up to at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora...

Cubbin Concert

Wednesday 29 July - Sunday 2 August

Cubbin Concert brings Cubbin Theatre Company’s love of music to the stage in a relaxed and joyful performance for very young children and their caregivers.

Te Mātāpuna Mātātahi | Children's University

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Children’s University aims to raise young people’s aspirations for higher education and encourage lifelong learning. The University of Canterbury and The Arts Centre are part of the Children's University Canterbury Partnership.

Absolution

Retailers

Established in 1996 as a professional body-piercing studio, Absolution built its reputation on a combination of a hygienic approach, modern fit-out and professional and personable staff.

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Altiora (The Gym)

Performing arts & film

Altiora is a space where you can experience alternative cross-genre performing arts, such as cabaret, burlesque, and circus. The name, Altiora, comes from the inscription in stone above the main entrance urging students to Seek Higher Things.