Mana Māna is now open and on display until 13 July: Nelson Provincial Museum
A massive thank you to everyone who came along last Thursday to celebrate the opening of Mana Māna — over 90 people joined us for a beautiful evening of art, kōrero, and connection.
Ngā mihi nui to artist Kim Ireland — the Museum is honoured to showcase your powerful mahi.
Mana Māna is now open and ready to experience.
🗓 On display until 13 July
📍 Nelson Provincial Museum
Plan your visit: https://www.nelsonmuseum.co.nz/what-is-on/kimireland
Mana Māna: Kim Ireland
Friday, 9 May 202510:00 am
Sunday, 13 July 20254:30 pm
In Mana Māna, local artist Kim Ireland (Tūhourangi, Tapuika, Korean) explores whakapapa and inter-generational strength through uku (clay). Inspired by gourds, Ireland’s work reflects the connection between wāhine and tīpuna wahine, providing guidance and strength in times of te pō (darkness).
Mana Māna (gifted by Karangawai Marsh) embodies strength, authority, determination and the act of passing on. Drawing from her own experiences of intergenerational trauma and as a mother to transgender tama, Ireland reflects ‘I look to our mana atua wāhine. What is within these ancient pūrākau? How can our atua wāhine assist with our mental wellbeing in times of te pō?’ Don’t miss this powerful exploration of strength and whakapapa.
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