Events for Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery

Book events and workshops as part of the Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery exhibition.

A table set with teacups, plates, and hightea sandwiches

The Rebels’ Tea Party

Gather your fellow rebels for a high tea like no other, set in our themed lounge.

11.00am or 2.00pm, every day from 17 Jan to 27 Apr 2025

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A bird made from clock and compass pieces on a piece of cardboard.

Curator-led tour and breakfast

Get ahead of the crowd and be one of the first to explore the world premiere of Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery before it opens to the public.

Sat 18 Jan 2025, 8.20am, 8.40am, 9.00am, and 9.20am

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A pendant resembling a planet with a blue ring, gold details, and multicolored gems, hanging from a gold chain.

Young Punks: Baby-friendly viewing

Visit Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery during this special session just for you and your pēpi.

10.00am, every Tuesday from 21 Jan to 22 Apr 2025

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A dark, empty theatre with rows of red seats illuminated by dim lights on the steps

Movies at the Museum: Fashion in Motion series

One Sunday a month, while Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery runs at Te Papa, we’ll screen films that celebrate all things fashion.

Sun 19 Jan 2025, 10.30am–12.30pm

Sun 16 Feb 2025, 10.30am–12.30pm

Sun 16 Mar 2025, 10.30am–12.30pm

Sun 13 Apr 2025, 10.30am–12.30pm

Sun 20 Apr 2025, 10.30am–12.30pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

Several people sitting in a dimly lit room listening to a person off camera,

Rebel with a cause – beyond the runway

Fashion industry experts chair a series of panel talks exploring fashion and activism.

Wed 29 Jan 2025, 6.00pm–8.00pm

Wed 26 Feb 2025, 6.00pm–8.00pm (sold out)

Thu 27 Feb 2025, 6.00pm–8.00pm

Wed 26 Mar 2025, 6.00pm–8.00pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A person in red holding a red heart in front of their face is surrounded by red material.

Galentine’s Dinner: Rebel Hearts

Gather your gals and closest pals for an evening of fashion, food, and female empowerment!

Wed 12 Feb 2025, 7.30–10.30pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A person wearing a belted outfit with mismatched plaid patterns, featuring black and yellow checks, stands in front of a blurred clothing rack background.

Sustainable Style: Pre-loved fashion store

Reduce waste, refresh your wardrobe, and connect with fellow fashionistas.

Sat 1 Mar 2025, 10.00am–3.00pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

A set of colorful carabiners is attached to decorative charms, including a shell-shaped piece with skull cutouts and two large gemstone-like pendants, one pink and one blue, set against a beige background.

Trinkets & Treats: Jewellery workshop

Channel your inner Vivienne Westwood and create a one-of-a-kind trinket.

Sun 30 Mar 2025, 9.30am–1.30pm

Sun 30 Mar 2025, 1.30pm–4.30pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

DIY jewellery pop-up

Channel Vivienne Westwood’s ecological philosophy of Do It Yourself and create your own unique wearable treasure from trash!

Sun 30 Mar 2025, 11.00am–2.00pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake

Close-up of the lower halves of two people wearing edgy outfits, one in ripped pants, the other in a pink tulle dress, both in chunky boots.

Closing party: A luxe rebellion

Join us for a final night of fashion and fun to mark the closing weekend of Vivienne Westwood & Jewellery.

Thu 24 Apr 2025, 7.00pm–11.00pm

Event Ngā kaupapa motuhake