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Hōtaka ManakohiEducation Programmes

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Ko Taranaki te Mounga

The Maunga is very special to all those who live near it. Students will explore its geological and cultural significance.

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Tangata Whenua – People of the Land

Explore the migration and settlement of East Polynesian people to Taranaki and their cultural development.

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Sea Change

In this thought-provoking lesson students will learn about different forms of ocean protection, exciting local research and how the oceans are being damaged by the changing climate

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Te Hīkoi o Ngāmotu

This 90 minute walk and talk back in time is an overview of early Polynesian and European settlement in Ngāmotu/ New Plymouth.

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State of Nature – Picturing the Silent Forest

State of Nature showcases the botanical artworks of Fanny Bertha Good (1860-1950), from the Puke Ariki Collection.

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General Museum Tour

In 2023 we are offering 45 minute to one hour introduction to Puke Ariki Museum for New Entrants – Year 2.

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Te Pua Wānanga o Taranaki - Taranaki Research Centre

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Walk in the Footsteps

This popular field trip, near Waitara, is a unique opportunity to visit significant North Taranaki battle sites with Educator Hoani Eriwata.

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Colossal Squid: Freaky Features!

Come and learn about the largest squid on the planet.

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Taranaki Wars

Explore the collections in Te Pua Wānanga o Taranaki to learn more about the Taranaki Wars.

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Parihaka: Contested Ground

The story of Parihaka is a story all Taranaki people should know and Puke Ariki holds many taonga that can bring this important chapter in our history alive for students.

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Children's Library Lesson

Find out everything the library has to offer in a specially designed lesson introducing students to the library and its resources.

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Be a Backyard Hero - Online lesson

There is so much happening in your backgarden. Join educator Nathan to see how you can learn about plants and animals that inhabit your garden.

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Whare Kahurangi Virtual Tour - online lesson

Explore the Whare Kahurangi virtual tour with targeted activities for students from year 0 -10.

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