Home News Blog News Menu ↑ BlogMedia ReleasesPodcastOur Favourites Blog 19 Jan 2018 Wellington Anniversary hours and activities We are open every day including Wellington Anniversary Day 10am-5pm. On Monday, our imagination playground will be out and waiting for you to build your very own blue ... Read More 19 Jan 2018 Pay Dirt Emil McAvoy has reviewed one of our 2017 shows Nicholas Mangan: Limits to Growth in EyeContact. 'Limits to Growth' presented an ecology of art works in which rigorous ... Read More 16 Jan 2018 The only show in town — Robert Leonard on Gavin Hipkins: The Domain Our dear friends at City Gallery Wellington have been busy making sure their infrastructure is as wonderful as their exhibitions, and they’ve still found time to get out and ... Read More 8 Jan 2018 Thinking about internships? Our amazing intern Nelson Bennett has finished his communications internship, and is now a member of our Front of House team. Check out this clip produced by Victoria ... Read More 20 Dec 2017 Vacancy: Front of House & Retail Team Leader We have several opportunities to join The Dowse team becoming available in 2018 - including this important position, shaping the way our museums are experienced by all our ... Read More 16 Dec 2017 The Dowse Christmas Gift Guide Feeling the gift-giving strain and running out of inspiration? Needing some last minute gift ideas for the loved ones in your life? We have the gift guide for ... Read More 15 Dec 2017 Playing Favourites When I looked through The Dowse Art Museum collection The Bathers instantly appealed. I have always had a strong inclination towards impressionist art and this work by Marcus ... Read More 15 Dec 2017 Art + schools = success We know that students in Te Awakairangi Lower Hutt, are growing up in an exponentially changing world. They will do jobs that don’t exist yet and face challenges ... Read More 7 Dec 2017 A Life in Clay In 2003, writer Amanda Wayers was commissioned by The Dowse Art Museum to interview potter, educator, and craft advocate Dame Doreen Blumhardt. These interviews revolve around the objects ... Read More 5 Dec 2017 Art, creativity + schools at The Dowse In a contemporary world with new media and technology, creative learning is more important than ever as a way to foster resilience, experimentation and innovation. Read More 5 Dec 2017 What is close to your heart? The world of contemporary jewellery is coming to Lower Hutt, and bringing a curious and valuable collection of objects with it. From a necklace coated in two dollar ... Read More 24 Nov 2017 The Dowse Road Trip will simplify your summer This summer we are partnering with Lower Hutt’s finest to make sure your summer is packed with the perfect activities to keep everyone happy. Read More Load More
