Exhibitions » Current Exhibitions
Whirinaki Whare Taonga has a constantly changing programme of exhibitions featuring art, history, science, and more. Our exhibitions are always free or by donation entry.
Darcy Solia: Le Faifa 'Ato 'Anga Tumau
Saturday 7 February 2026 - Sunday 19 April 2026
Upper Hutt Artist Darcy Solia explores the limitless potential of art, focusing on what it can become rather than what is expected.
The Superlative Artistry of Japan
Saturday 20 December 2025 - Sunday 29 March 2026
This exhibition captures Japan’s creative culture and monozukuri spirit through a cohesive collection of work from a variety of art genres.
Let's Play
Wednesday 24 December 2025 - Saturday 19 July 2026
Welcome to the colourful and creative world of board games at Whirinaki.
Bodgies to Bogans
Friday 7 March - Saturday 17 October 2026
'Bodgies to Bogans' tells the story of the juvenille delinquency and teenager rebellion of the 1950s to the Bogans of the 1980s.
The Mitre 10 Mega Gallery is sponsored by Mitre 10 Mega, Upper Hutt.
The Mangaroa Farms Gallery is sponsored by Mangaroa Farms.
The Gillies Gallery is sponsored by Malcolm and Carol Gillies and Family.
The Heretaunga Rotary Gallery is sponsored by Heretaunga Rotary.