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Ralph Hotere: Godwit/Kuaka
Ralph Hotere: Godwit/Kuaka

Ralph Hotere: Godwit/Kuaka

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Aperture
Aperture

Free entry

Aperture

Free entry

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Victorian Auckland: Photographs by John Fields
Victorian Auckland: Photographs by John Fields

Free entry

Victorian Auckland: Photographs by John Fields

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The 3rd Auckland Triennial: turbulence
The 3rd Auckland Triennial: turbulence

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The 3rd Auckland Triennial: turbulence

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Venus Rising
Venus Rising

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Venus Rising

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Taste: Food and Feasting in Art
Taste: Food and Feasting in Art

$5 - $7

Taste: Food and Feasting in Art

$5 - $7

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The Social Life of Things
The Social Life of Things

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The Social Life of Things

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Artist's talk: Michael Hall
Artist's talk: Michael Hall

3pm

Free

Michael Hall's work focuses specifically on exploring the human impact on the environment. He is currently undertaking an extensive project to document the causes and effects of our changing climate as personal exploration and to improve ecological awareness around the world. 

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Visible (and Invisible) Voices
Visible (and Invisible) Voices

10.30am–11.30am

FREE

Visible Voices presents a Tongan lens on John Webber drawings (takohi) and images ('ata) of early European contact with Tonga (c. 1784).

We are excited to host a research presentation by Hūfanga Dr ‘Ōkusitino Māhina followed by a panel discussion in response to his learnings and findings.

Visible (and Invisible) Voices

10.30am–11.30am

FREE

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Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word Poets
Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word Poets

3.30 – 4pm

FREE

This Waitangi Day, feel the power of the spoken word from these wāhine toa, with poetry that mixes witty and sassy with profound and hard hitting. 

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Ngā Hinepūkōrero Public Workshop
Ngā Hinepūkōrero Public Workshop

1–2pm

$5 per person Book now

Experience working alongside Ngā Hinepūkōrero in their public workshop focusing on growing writing skills and individual confidence for performing. 

Ngā Hinepūkōrero Public Workshop

1–2pm

$5 per person Book now

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The Play’s the thing: turning social issues into drama
The Play’s the thing: turning social issues into drama

12pm

Free

Join us for the return of Writers Lounge – a series of engaging discussions and conversations between writers and social commentators in our auditorium.

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A cello performance for An Arrangement for 5 Rooms
A cello performance for An Arrangement for 5 Rooms

11am and 12pm (15 minute performances)

FREE

A cello performance for An Arrangement for 5 Rooms

11am and 12pm (15 minute performances)

FREE

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Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word Poets in residence
Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word Poets in residence

FREE public performances | $5 workshop

Spoken word poets Ngā Hinepūkōrero are in residence, running workshops and performing in the Gallery’s North Atrium over five days.

Ngā Hinepūkōrero – Spoken Word Poets in residence

FREE public performances | $5 workshop

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Helene Wong with Roseanne Liang
Helene Wong with Roseanne Liang

12pm

Free

Join noted film critic and writer Helene Wong discussing her new book Being Chinese: A New Zealander’s Story with screenwriter and award winning director Roseanne Liang. 

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Same Same But Different Writers Festival: Secret Lives
Same Same But Different Writers Festival: Secret Lives

7–8.30pm

$12-$17.50 + booking fee Buy tickets

Secret Lives looks at the problems of biography in relation to New Zealand artists and writers with a possible LGBTQI identity.

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In Conversation: Mary Kisler and Frances Spalding
In Conversation: Mary Kisler and Frances Spalding

2–3pm

Free entry with ticket to Frances Hodgkins: European Journeys exhibition

As part of the opening week programme, exhibition curator Mary Kisler and art historian Frances Spalding will talk about the new exhibition Frances Hodgkins: European Journeys. Following the talk, there will be a book signing with Mary and Frances at the Gallery shop from 3–3.30pm.

In Conversation: Mary Kisler and Frances Spalding

2–3pm

Free entry with ticket to Frances Hodgkins: European Journeys exhibition

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NZTrio: Tectonic Impact
NZTrio: Tectonic Impact

6–8pm

$53 + fees General Admission, $43 + fees AAG Members, $28 +fees Concession (Students with ID.) Book now

Join NZTrio at the Gallery for a live evening performance of TECTONIC IMPACT.

NZTrio: Tectonic Impact

6–8pm

$53 + fees General Admission, $43 + fees AAG Members, $28 +fees Concession (Students with ID.) Book now

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Ève Chabanon - From Anti Social Social Club to The Surplus
Ève Chabanon - From Anti Social Social Club to The Surplus

6–7pm

Don’t miss this one-off opportunity to join the 2019 Te Whare Hēra international artist in residence, Ève Chabanon for an engaging and illustrated introduction to her current and past projects.

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Kaporangi Kiriata: Te Reo Māori Film Day
Kaporangi Kiriata: Te Reo Māori Film Day

11am, 1pm and 3pm

Free

Enjoy a season of Māori and indigenous film across Tāmaki Makaurau, including Kia Ora Shorts, Te Reo Māori Film Day and kōrero with guest film makers. The programme is curated by Leo Koziol (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Rakaipāka), director of the Wairoa Māori Film Festival.

Kaporangi Kiriata: Te Reo Māori Film Day

11am, 1pm and 3pm

Free

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Lecture series: Masters of Light, 1700s to Now (II)
Lecture series: Masters of Light, 1700s to Now (II)

10.30am–12.30pm

From $40 Book now

Lecture Series Masters of Light – Day 2

Sun 28 May | 10.30am–12.30pm

This lecture series explores how light takes centre-stage in critically acclaimed paintings, sculptures, photographs, films and installations by ground-breaking artists through the centuries.

Day 1 focuses on historical European art, and Day 2 on modern and contemporary art, incorporating an Indigenous lens. Presented by four passionate art and design scholars, this series accompanying our current Light from Tate: 1700s to Now exhibition is not to be missed.

Like to attend? Come to both or pick your favourite day. Scroll down for more info on tickets or click here for a programme overview of Day 1.

Image credit: Wassily Kandinsky Swinging

 

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Hall interior. South Springston, near Leeston
Hall interior. South Springston, near Leeston

Laurence Aberhart

Production date
1979-1980
Medium
black and white photograph, toned in gold chloride
Size (h x w)
196 x 247 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1981
Accession no
1981/34/1
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Town Hall Tower from market Square
Town Hall Tower from market Square

Thomas Gulliver

Production date
1923
Medium
pencil
Size (h x w)
383 x 286 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1979
Accession no
1979/21
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Hamilton Hotel
Hamilton Hotel

Kees Sprengers

Production date
1982
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
160 x 239 mm
Credit line
Chartwell Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, 1981
Accession no
C1994/1/513
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The Old Bedford Music Hall
The Old Bedford Music Hall

Walter Sickert

Production date
circa 1894-circa 1895
Medium
etching on paper
Size (h x w)
280 x 182 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1955
Accession no
1955/50/8
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Hamilton Hotel
Hamilton Hotel

Kees Sprengers

Production date
1982
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
162 x 240 mm
Credit line
Chartwell Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, 1981
Accession no
C1994/1/512
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Community Hall, Kaiapoi
Community Hall, Kaiapoi

Robin Morrison

Production date
1981
Medium
cibachrome
Size (h x w)
266 x 399 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1983
Accession no
1983/49/13
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Victorious: One of four Works Illustrating the Life of a Soldier of Fortune
Victorious: One of four Works Illustrating the Life of a Soldier of Fortune

James Dromgole Linton

Production date
1880
Medium
oil on canvas
Size (h x w)
1576 x 2814 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki
Accession no
MU/86
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Koorsee Diwan-e-Aam (Hall of Public Audiences). Red Fort, Delhi.
Koorsee Diwan-e-Aam (Hall of Public Audiences). Red Fort, Delhi.

Unknown artist

Production date
late 19th century
Medium
watercolour
Size (h x w)
130 x 206 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of Mr Paul R C Potter, 1970
Accession no
1970/31/7
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Masonic Lodge, Hokitika, West Coast
Masonic Lodge, Hokitika, West Coast

Robin Morrison

Production date
1981
Medium
cibachrome
Size (h x w)
266 x 400 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1983
Accession no
1983/49/8
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1er Intermede: Le g'eant Tiphee sous le mont Ischia (First Interlude: The giant Typheus on Mount Ischia)
1er Intermede: Le g'eant Tiphee sous le mont Ischia (First Interlude: The giant...

Jacques Callot

Production date
1616
Medium
etching
Size (h x w)
285 x 202 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, bequest of Dr Walter Auburn, 1982
Accession no
M1982/1/2/26
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Hamilton Hotel
Hamilton Hotel

Kees Sprengers

Production date
1982
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
161 x 240 mm
Credit line
Chartwell Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, 1981
Accession no
C1994/1/493
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Hamilton Hotel
Hamilton Hotel

Kees Sprengers

Production date
1982
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
158 x 238 mm
Credit line
Chartwell Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, 1981
Accession no
C1994/1/496
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Vestibolo d'antico Tempio ... (Vestibule of an ancient temple)
Vestibolo d'antico Tempio ... (Vestibule of an ancient temple)

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Production date
circa 1743
Medium
etching
Size (h x w)
258 x 350 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, bequest of Dr Walter Auburn, 1982
Accession no
M1982/1/4/10
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Sala all' uso degli antichi Romani con Colonne, e nicchie ornate di Statue (Colonnaded hall according to the custom of the ancient Romans nd niches adorned with statues)
Sala all' uso degli antichi Romani con Colonne, e nicchie ornate di Statue (Colo...

Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Production date
circa 1743
Medium
etching
Size (h x w)
263 x 356 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, bequest of Dr Walter Auburn, 1982
Accession no
M1982/1/4/6
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Old Auckland, Wyndham Street
Old Auckland, Wyndham Street

Albert Aldis

Production date
1886
Medium
oil on canvas
Size (h x w)
305 x 406 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1916
Accession no
1916/7
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Mission Bay: The Dining Hall and Other Buildings of the Mission
Mission Bay: The Dining Hall and Other Buildings of the Mission

Harold Young

Production date
1898
Medium
pen
Size (h x w)
197 x 238 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of the artist, 1935
Accession no
1935/18/8
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Good Morning
Good Morning

Harry Leslie

Production date
Unknown
Medium
oil on canvas
Size (h x w)
694 x 544 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Frame sponsored by P J and W K Zuur.
Accession no
M1883/1/4
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Be off with the old love before you are on with the new
Be off with the old love before you are on with the new

Charles Leslie

Production date
Unknown
Medium
oil on canvas
Size (h x w)
250 x 311 x 17 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of Dr Hugh Wansey Bayley, 1941
Accession no
1941/9/5
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Untitled
Untitled

Charles Landseer

Production date
1861
Medium
oil on canvas
Size (h x w)
460 x 587 x 23 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of Mr Ernest Davis, 1937
Accession no
1937/4/3
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Bingo, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Bingo, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Christopher Killip

Production date
1987
Medium
gelatin silver print
Size (h x w)
280 x 342 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1987
Accession no
1987/29/41
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The New Fish Market, Plymouth
The New Fish Market, Plymouth

Nicholas Condy

Production date
1840s
Medium
oil on panel
Size (h x w)
349 x 482 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of Mrs E A McKechnie
Accession no
U/24
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Knox Presbyterian Church, Birdwood Crescent, Parnell
Knox Presbyterian Church, Birdwood Crescent, Parnell

John Fields

Production date
circa 1971-circa 1972
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
205 x 149 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of John Stacpoole and John Fields, 1983
Accession no
1983/11/59
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Dining Hall and Warden's House, Saint John's College, Auckland
Dining Hall and Warden's House, Saint John's College, Auckland

Henry Morton

Production date
circa 1885
Medium
albumen on paper
Size (h x w)
161 x 205 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1983
Accession no
1983/22/23
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The Wedding Breakfast
The Wedding Breakfast

Thomas Rowlandson

Production date
1777-1827
Medium
pen and watercolour
Size (h x w)
111 x 188 mm
Credit line
Mackelvie Trust Collection, Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, bequest of James Tannock Mackelvie, 1885
Accession no
M1885/1/104
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Saint John's College Dining Hall
Saint John's College Dining Hall

John Fields

Production date
circa 1971-circa 1972
Medium
black and white photograph
Size (h x w)
175 x 247 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of John Stacpoole and John Fields, 1983
Accession no
1983/11/48
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A Roman Interior
A Roman Interior

Luigi Bazzani

Production date
Unknown
Medium
oil on panel
Size (h x w)
719 x 534 x 57 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, gift of the late James H Coleman, 1929
Accession no
1929/2/5
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Solemn Investiture and Swearing in of a New Boy
Solemn Investiture and Swearing in of a New Boy

William Heath Robinson

Production date
1892-1944
Medium
pen and wash on artist's board
Size (h x w)
436 x 355 mm
Credit line
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, purchased 1956
Accession no
1956/2/16
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