Education Programmes

Ko Taranaki te Mounga

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

Tangata Whenua – People of the Land

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

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

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.

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.

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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Colossal Squid: Freaky Features!

Come and learn about the largest squid on the planet.

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Hōtaka ManakohiEducation Programmes

Ko Taranaki te Mounga

Tangata Whenua – People of the Land

Sea Change

Te Hīkoi o Ngāmotu

State of Nature – Picturing the Silent Forest

General Museum Tour

Colossal Squid: Freaky Features!