Maatauranga Maaori insights
Experience the magic of our night sky with tohunga (expert practitioner) Piripi Lambert.
This special event kicks off with a captivating tour of Astronomy Photographer of the Year. Astronomer and maramataka expert Piripi will share his deep maatauranga Maaori insights, revealing the puuraakau (narratives) behind the galaxies, moons, aurora, and stars.
But the adventure doesn't end there! Step outside to the Museum's forecourt and gaze at the stars through a telescope, courtesy of the Hamilton Astronomical Society.
Whether you're a seasoned stargazer or just curious about the cosmos, this event is designed for all levels of knowledge in the skies and Te Ao Maaori.
The world's greatest space photography
Landing in Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time, Astronomy Photographer of the Year is the largest international competition of its kind, produced by Royal Museums Greenwich, London.
from $30