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Matariki Back Porch Gallery
CELEBRATING MATARIKI ON THE BACK PORCH FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2024!
For the month of July we are excited to offer activities that celebrate Matariki – the Māori New Year at the Te Awamutu Museum – Education & Research Centre.
- Make a Matariki star!
- Colour-in or name your Star and attach to the Matariki Constellation!
- Complete the Matariki with Kiwi Activity Book!
Why not join the Tui & Tama Club, you can sign up anytime for FREE!
Come on in during the week from 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday and Public Holidays from 10am-2pm.
Don’t forget to pick up your Kiwi sticker!
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