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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...

Pūmanawa

Galleries & museums

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

Whānau, play and place: Cubbin’s extended Company-in-Residence supports children’s theatre in Christchurch

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Cubbin Theatre, the only company in Aotearoa New Zealand dedicated to making theatre for babies and very young children, has had its Company in Residence programme at Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre in Christchurch extended through 2026 and 2027, following an initial one year residency in 2025.

Rising Stars Concert Series 2026

On specific Tuesdays

Rising Stars is a Tuesday lunchtime concert series that focuses on encouraging, nurturing and providing a performance platform for emerging young musicians.

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Te Pūrākau o Tiki Rāua ko Tūtānekai

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It weaves together the cultural values, traditions and history of Ngāi Tūāhuriri in whose takiwā (district) we stand. It recognises the rights and guarantees provided under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and respects the mana of the local hapū, iwi and all peoples who call this land home.

Public Astronomy Lecture: Scanning The Darkest Skies

Monday 6 July 2026

Matariki reminds us that astronomy begins with humanity’s shared view of the night sky. Yet today’s astronomers often explore invisible features of the cosmos – dark matter, gravitational waves, and black holes. Drawing connections between these two perspectives, Richard Easther will shine a light on how our small country can play a key part in answering the biggest questions.

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Our donorsOur donors are a wide range of people from all walks of life, who love and have a connection with this beautiful space. They understand that by supporting The Arts Centre, more can be achieved together, ensuring that future generations can experience the unique heritage atmosphere and participate in arts, culture and education programmes.

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DONATION TERMS & CONDITIONSAll donations are non-refundable.