International Day of People with Disabilities at Te Whare Taonga o Waikato

Celebrating accessibility, inclusion, and community

Join us for a full-day programme celebrating International Day of People with Disabilities. Explore Te Whare Taonga o Waikato in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Programme

Drop-in Touch and Braile
10am – 3pm | Free Entry | Te Whare Waka

Drop in and explore texture at this hands-on experience designed for blind and low vision visitors, and anyone curious about tactile learning.

NZSL Tour
11:30am – 12:30pm | Free Entry | Meet in foyer

Join us for a New Zealand Sign Language interpreted tour of key highlights in our galleries. Explore some of our permanent pieces such as Tongue of the Dog, Keriana, Te Mauri o te Iwi, and Te Winika.

Relaxed Session at Air Playground
12:30pm – 2pm | Air Playground Exhibition

This session is designed for our neurodiverse community. We’ll reduce loud sounds, offer ear plugs, and provide a quiet breakout space.

Experience Air Playground in a way that works for you.

Audio Described Tour + Tea
1.30pm–2.30pm | Free Entry | Permanent Galleries

Explore the stories behind our permanent highlights with an audio described tour. Ideal for blind and low vision visitors. Includes Tongue of the Dog, Keriana, Te Mauri o te Iwi, Te Winika, and Whare Waka.

You may also like the following events from Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery:

• This Wednesday, 26th November, 08:00 am, Open Late: 10 Years of Boon in Hamilton

Also check out other Exhibitions in Hamilton.