Organised by Whirinaki Whare Taonga Arts & Entertainment Centre
In 2026, Ōrongomai Marae marks 50 years in Upper Hutt. Hosted at Whirinaki Whare Taonga, Ōrongomai Tū Tonu is a milestone exhibition bringing together the people, artifacts, photography, and stories that reflect the marae's enduring presence. At its heart, this is a story of belonging—how a community established a urban pan-tribal marae and how it continues to serve, welcome, and connect generations.
Whirinaki Whare Taonga
836 Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt, 5018
Runs daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM throughout the festival period (24 October – 15 November 2026).
No booking required · Walk in any time
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Whirinaki Whare Taonga Arts & Entertainment Centre
