Sorry, there are no scheduled events at this time. Please see our exhibitions for other exciting things to see and do at the museum.
Past Events:
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Catch a wonderful glimpse into the fashion and formalwear of the late 1960s.
Ended: Fri, 2 May, 2025
Autumn Holiday Fun: Build a Bunny Burrow
Hop into creativity and let your imagination run wild!
Ended: Thu, 24 Apr, 2025
Autumn Holiday Fun: Easter keychain
Let’s get creative with clay!
Ended: Tue, 22 Apr, 2025
Autumn Holiday Fun: Animal Headband
Get crafty these school holidays and make your very own animal headband!
Ended: Thu, 17 Apr, 2025
Autumn Holiday Fun: Introduction to Printmaking
Let’s get inky and create something amazing!
Ended: Tue, 15 Apr, 2025
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Step into a man’s world with a distinguished three-piece men’s suit crafted from moleskin fabric.
Ended: Fri, 4 Apr, 2025
Race Unity Week: St Paul’s Tour and Block Printing
Experience a morning of learning and creativity, exploring traditional Māori art.
Ended: Thu, 20 Mar, 2025
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Your chance to view up close, a stunning linen blouse and skirt ensemble, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.
Ended: Fri, 7 Mar, 2025
La Fiesta: Music Concert – In Return
Experience an uplifting evening of original instrumentals, songs, and music set to poetry!
Ended: Sun, 2 Mar, 2025
La Fiesta: Pūtangitangi
Unleash your creativity at the Whanganui Regional Museum!
Ended: Thu, 27 Feb, 2025
La Fiesta: Lindauer’s Women
Discover the history and artistry behind Gottfried Lindauer’s captivating portraits.
Ended: Fri, 21 Feb, 2025
Outfit of the Month Fashion Talk
Learn the story of a well-travelled 1861 wedding dress that originated in Gibraltar.