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Temporary Exhibitions

As well as permanent displays featuring the John Money and Ralph Hotere Collections, the Eastern Southland Gallery has two temporary exhibition spaces offering a changing programme of solo, group and touring exhibitions by national and international artists.

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Small Holes in the Silence

21 February - 19 April 2026

Catherine Macdonald, Kyla Cresswell, Prue MacDougall and Nan Mulder exhibit ‘small holes in the silence’ featuring new and recent artworks.

Anchored by the exhibition title from the Hone Tuwhare poem Rain, the artists are connected in their individual exploration of environment, atmosphere and language.

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David Elliot: Wind and Waves

25 April - 21 June 2026

In Wind and Waves, people and creatures, in, on, above and near the ocean become characters that are interwoven with histories of exploration and scientific research, as well as mythological tales and high sea adventure. 

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Michael Armstrong: Paintings From a Recent Past

25 April - 21 June 2026

Paintings From a Recent Past presents a selection of recent canvas paintings that showcase Michael Armstrongs distinctive expressive figures, dynamic linework, and vibrant, energetic use of colour.

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