Molly Morpeth Canaday

Arts, Culture & Heritage

It is said that an artist's greatest inspiration is found in the natural environment so it is now wonder that Whakatane enjoys such a vibrant arts and cultural scene. Song, dance, sculpture, traditional Maori art practitioners and everything in between can be found in Whakatane and throughout the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

Molly Morpeth Canaday
Arts Whakatane supports and strengthens the artistic and cultural life of our community through projects and events. More »
Hiko
Te Mānuka Tūtahi Marae: Home of Mātaatua Wharenui, returned to Whakatane after well over a century away. More »
Whakatane has a number of community organisations and clubs focussed on arts and heritage More »
Whakatane has a wide range of public art from traditional Maori carving to contemporary sculpture and painting. More »
Flax Area
Whakatane has a rich cultural history. Many historic sites are accessible from the river walkway near the town centre. More »
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Whakatane's new Libary and Exhibition Centre with a Museum display and three exhibition galleries. More »