Arts, Culture and Galleries

A NEW CHAPTER FOR MORRISON Plans for the new MORRISON precinct are taking shape. As a cornerstone city destination, MORRISON will help take Nelson city into the future. It will be a vibrant, people-focused precinct, with a curated blend of retail, hospitality, office spaces and boutique accommodation, and a community gathering space at its heart. MORRISON will set a new Read more…

When you buy from a small business, an actual person does a little happy dance. Little Beehive supports small NZ business and local Nelson talent HUMBLE BEGINNINGS Little Beehive Co-Op was founded in 2014 by two Nelson creatives, Paula Ossevoort & Rachael Brown. Both looking to connect & collaborate with other artists and have a place to showcase  their work. Read more…

 Nelson Provincial Museum The Nelson Provincial Museum, Pupuri Taonga O Te Tai Ao is a regional museum in the city of Nelson, New Zealand. The museum showcases the Nelson region’s history, from geological origins to the stories of individuals and families. There are exhibitions that highlight topics as varied as: – The Boulder Bank – Lord Rutherford – Stories Read more…

Nelson Centre of Musical Arts (NCMA) An internationally renowned community hub for all things musical in the Nelson-Tasman region What we do Situated in the heart of Nelson, we offer opportunities to learn an instrument and to rehearse and perform as an individual or as part of a group. We are also a performance venue and our audiences enjoy concerts held in the Nelson Read more…

NEW ZEALAND MADE JEWELLERY FROM OUR NELSON WORKSHOP Step into the creative space of Jewel Beetle Workshop.  Choose from a range of hand-crafted silver and gold jewellery or commission Allison or Yvon to make your next special piece. “Making jewellery is a deeply rewarding occupation. For many years we have been motivated by the pure enjoyment of crafting beautiful objects Read more…

 Wises Picture Framing -Your trusted picture framing specialists, you name it, we can frame it! Wises Picture Framing, located at 78 Buxton Square, Nelson, is your trusted destination for all your picture framing needs. Whether it’s a cherished photograph, an artwork, or sports memorabilia, they’ve got you covered! Here’s what you can expect from Wises: Wide Range of Frames: Read more…

The Nelson Market in Nelson, NZ is an iconic market for gourmet and artisinale food and products. Est. in 1978, open Saturdays 8am-1pm. THE MARKET STORY The Nelson Market is recognised throughout New Zealand and the world, for its fine produce and quality artistry. Every Saturday morning for more than 40 years, Nelson Market owner Nita Knight has welcomed visitors Read more…

The Refinery ArtSpace is in central Whakatū and is committed to stimulating and strengthening the artistic and cultural life of Whakatu, supporting a diverse programme of engaging community-driven and/or contemporary exhibitions, projects and events.     Click here to find out more… Read more…

Nelson City Framers & Gallery specialises in all types of framing. Their large gallery space exhibits contemporary art from local and out of town artists Nelson City Framers and The Gallery, specialise in picture framing and printing with over 25 years industry experience experience across the team. Click here to find out more… Read more…

 ABOUT ECLECTIC Maria is the owner-operator of Eclectic Antique Centre and has been in the trade for over 30 years. Maria along with her husband Shane, started their journey in Timaru in the 90’s from their home and gradually progressed into a store. Back in the day, they mostly attended garage sales, auctions and anywhere they could find saleable Read more…