On the harbour in Wellington, Te Papa Tongarewa holds excellent displays of Maori art and culture, as well as sections devoted to the colonisation and recent history of New Zealand. Exhibitions make creative use of cutting-edge interactive and other technology.

Official Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa Website.

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'The museum's principles incorporate the concepts of unified collections; the narratives of culture and place; the idea of forum; the bicultural partnership between Tangata Whenua and Tangata Tiriti; and an emphasis on diversity and multidisciplinary co… Read more...

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Te Papa Tongarewa-The Museum of New Zealand

Affectionately known as Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum is a monolithic homage to the country’s history and culture. Much of the museum is dedicated to the Māori, showing New Zealand’s indigenous peoples’ way of life. Live performances and authentic food enhance the experience even further. You can wander the massive five-story building on your own or take a guided tour.

 
Review posted 18th December 2007 by Sarah Clise.

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