Whakairo Māori Carving: Kōrero & Live Demonstration

Schedule

Sat Mar 21 2026 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+13:00

Location

Pakūranga Library | Auckland, AU

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See a live demonstration of whakairo (traditional Māori Carving) and building of the community waka hourua for Pakuranga Library.
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Whakairo Māori Carving: Kōrero & Live Demonstration

Come and see a live demonstration of whakairo (traditional Māori Carving) by master carver Matua Calvin and exchange kōrero as he puts together the community waka hourua (ocean-going canoe) for Pakuranga Library.

All ages welcome.

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Pakūranga Library, 7 Aylesbury Street, Auckland, New Zealand

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