After the Artists Leave

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10 Years of Boon Arts in Kirikiriroa

A pop-up exhibition exploring the enduring impact of temporary public art.

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When

14th November 2025 - 16th January 2026
10am - 5pm

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Cost

Free entry

Over the past decade, Boon Arts has transformed the city’s walls and public spaces, leaving behind more than just colour. These vibrant murals have sparked pride, identity, memory, and connection. But what remains after the artists move on?

Through interviews, storytelling and reflection this project traces the social, cultural and emotional impact of Boon’s legacy. Public art lives on in the daily rhythms of the city: in the footsteps of those who pass by, in quiet moments of pause and reflection, in the efforts of volunteers and in the communities who continue to engage with it.

Proudly funded by the University of Waikato.

With thanks to the Hamilton Arts Trust.

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