Toi Whakairo: Master Carving in Action

Visit the heritage boatbuilding shed for Matariki this season. Join Percy Vos, for a unique opportunity to witness the carving of a waka in real time.

  • Date Te rā me te wā

    21 - 22 Jun, 2025

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  • Price Utu hoko

    Free event

  • Location Te wāhi

    Percy Vos Heritage Boat Shed, 38 Hamer Street, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland City Centre

  • More info He pārongo atu anō

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  • Words by New Zealand Maritime Museum
  • Last updated 28 May 2025

Watch expert carver Wikuki Kingi (Tainui, Ngāi Tai, Raukawa, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui, Ngāi Tahu, Hawai‘i) and his crew bring the traditions of Toi Māori and Whakairo to life, honouring our deep connections to te moana and the traditions that bind our past, present, and future.

Location Te wāhi
Percy Vos Heritage Boat Shed, 38 Hamer Street, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland City Centre
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  • Sat 21 Jun 10am - 2pm
  • Sun 22 Jun 10am - 2pm