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Arts, Culture & Heritage

Discover the creative heart of Hawke's Bay with our guide to the region's many theatres, galleries, museums, heritage trails, boutique shopping and retail.

Hawke’s Bay’s cultural and retail experiences punch above their weight. From gorgeous boutiques, contemporary gallery spaces and artist studios to museums and Napier’s stunning Sea Walls mural experience, there’s no need to head to big cities when you can get your culture fix right here in the Bay.

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Arts, Culture & Heritage

Hawke's Bay is home to many of New Zealand's best-known artists, photographers, furniture and fashion designers, musicians and filmmakers. From art installations in public spaces around our cities and town, and a growing number of boutique galleries representing local and national artists, there is always something new to discover. 

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Find your flair

The Hawke's Bay arts scene is alive and well! There is so much to discover and enjoy in this bright and bustling sector of entertainment. 

You'll Napier to be the home of the region's treasures and history, so add the MTG to your list of things to do! The award-winning museum offers plenty of culture and history, and if learning more about the 1931 earthquake peaks your interest, you'll be an expert on the story once you leave the MTG. 

Peruse your way through the Hastings Art Gallery, it is full of national and international contemporary exhibitions that will excite your senses and no doubt leave you feeling inspired. Just a short stroll from the Gallery, discover the Nga Pou o Heretaunga representing ancestors from marae across the district. 

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