Education Programmes

Ngā Kōrero Mō te Maunga

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

Ko te Raranga, Ko te Poi

Students will explore the taonga in Takapou Whāriki, focusing on raranga (weaving) and the exhibition Ko Taku Poi te Manu.

Plymouth Company

Explore how the first European settlers felt when the arrived in Taranaki and what they found when they got here.

Reef Alive!

Explore the underwater world in this hands on lesson that focuses on the animals that live in a reef off the coast of South Taranaki.

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Be amazed by spectacular photos of the living world, learn about the stories behind the images and study the techniques used to create the images.

Taranaki Wars

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

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.

Walk in the Footsteps

Step out of the classroom and visit important Taranaki War sites with an experienced guide.

Tāngata Whenua

Students will learn about resources early Māori used to live in Aotearoa before the arrival of Europeans.

Our Awesome Earth

The natural history of Taranaki has impressive features that will increase students' understanding of how our province was developed.

South Taranaki Wars

Explore the causes and consequences of the war in south Taranaki in this lesson

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Pre-school Visits to the Museum

Pre-schools and kindys are welcome at Puke Ariki for a self-guided visit.

Whare Kahurangi Virtual Tour - online lesson

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

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.

Pre-school Library Visits

Our 30 minute fun, early years literacy sessions are a great introduction to the library for all pre-schoolers.

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Ngā Kōrero Mō te Maunga

Ko te Raranga, Ko te Poi

Plymouth Company

Reef Alive!

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Taranaki Wars

Parihaka: Contested Ground

Walk in the Footsteps

Tāngata Whenua

Our Awesome Earth

South Taranaki Wars

Pre-school Visits to the Museum

Whare Kahurangi Virtual Tour - online lesson

Be a Backyard Hero - Online lesson

Pre-school Library Visits