Our journey at Te Kete Aronui
Discover the heart and soul behind Te Kete Aronui, your online hub for authentic Māori arts and crafts. We're dedicated to celebrating and preserving our rich cultural heritage.
Our inspiration: A vibrant community
Te Kete Aronui began with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a central hub where the immense talent within our hapori (community) could be shared and celebrated. We believe in showcasing the incredible artistry and skill of Māori creators.
Treasuring our heritage, securing our future
At the core of Te Kete Aronui is a deep respect for Māori art and its place within our community. It's important to us that these precious crafts are treasured, respected, and passed on to future generations. We are committed to fostering learning and ensuring these invaluable skills endure.
Experience the spirit of Te Kete Aronui
We hope that when you discover Te Kete Aronui, you find a place to celebrate and honour Māori arts and crafts. More than that, we aim to inspire and provide opportunities for you to learn the skills needed to continue this vibrant tradition into the future.
"We want a place where we not only celebrate Māori toi, but also support and showcase the talent in our hapori. That is our vision for Te Kete Aronui."
Te Aitarakihi