Awhina visit to Te Papa 2010

Students took part in the ‘Tumeke harakeke’ (awesome flax) programme at Te Papa. They explored treasures (taonga) from the Maori collection and looked at the role harakeke played in the manufacture and construction of these items. After a great presentation by the Te Papa staff Year 9 students had a ‘hands on’ examination of traditional Maori tools and clothing. Year 10 students learnt about the science of Maori dyes used in the making of cloaks (kahu).