Always Song in the Water

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Always Song in the Water, an art exhibition the celebrates Moana Oceania through the work of renowned artists.

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  • Words by New Zealand Maritime Museum
  • Last updated 05 Nov 2025

Always Song in the Water explores Aotearoa's oceanic environment, drawing inspiration from Gregory O'Brien's eponymous book.

The exhibition celebrates our connection to the wider Pacific region, its people, flora, and fauna, reflecting themes of whales, oceans, voyaging, and conservation. Experience paintings, photography, jewellery, poetry, and dance from artists including John Pule, Robin White, John Reynolds, Elizabeth Thomson, Denys Watkins, Neke Moa, Lianne Edwards, Phil Dadson, Fiona Hall, Kazu Nakagawa, Bruce Foster, Steev Laufilitoga Maka, Shona Rapira Davies, and more. 

Free with Museum entry

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The Museum is a short walk from the centre of town and Waitematā station. There are also parking buildings nearby on Pakenham St East and Market Lane.

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