Curators’ Book Talk: Te Taiao Nature Series
10 December 2025 - 10 December 2025
1–2 pm
Region(s): Wellington
Type(s): presentations
Join Te Papa’s curators for a fascinating array of talks on New Zealand’s natural history. The six titles published in the Te Papa Te Taiao Nature Series have been such a hit that they are now available together in a gorgeous boxed set, making the ultimate introduction to the natural history of Aotearoa. Each title is written by Te Papa curators and species experts and includes specialist illustrations and insights into the museum’s fieldwork and collections.
Sharing their work within each of their titles, hear from:
Curator Botany Heidi Meudt on Native Plants of Aotearoa
Lead Curator Invertebrates Julia Kasper on Native Insects of Aotearoa
Curator Invertebrates Phil Sirvid on Native Spiders of Aotearoa
Assistant Curator Natural History Andrew Stewart on Native Fishes of Aotearoa
Editor of Birds New Zealand magazine Michael Szabo on Native Birds of Aotearoa.
There will also be a Q&A session following the talks.
Designed by the award-winning Tim Denee, these charming hardbacks can be used in the backyard or out in nature. Fully illustrated, the books cover more than 400 species of plants, fish, shells, insects, spiders and birds, brought together in a set that’s as beautiful as it is informative. Presenting as a wonderful opportunity to save 25% on the individual titles by purchasing as a set, you can also have your editions signed by the authors on the day – a great opportunity for some special Christmas shopping!
To purchase tickets and for more information: www.friendsoftepapa.org.nz/event/curators-book-talk-te-taiao-nature-series-boxed-set
Location: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Te Taiao | Nature, 55 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington
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