Inside the belly of the beast, Castlecliff International Artport

Starting Point Exhibition, your gateway to Artists Open Studios

Space Studio & Gallery, Saint Hill Street.

The uniquely beautiful Brick Sticks / Twin Kilns during AOS 2024

The Glass Factory, Gonville

Visitors enjoy Catherine Macdonald's studio during Artists Open Sudios 2024

Upstairs at Orphic Gallery, Drews Ave

    The uniquely beautiful Brick Sticks / Twin Kilns during AOS 2024

    Starting Point Exhibition, your gateway to Artists Open Studios

    Inside the belly of the beast, Castlecliff International Artport

    Space Studio & Gallery, Saint Hill Street.

    Upstairs at Orphic Gallery, Drews Ave

    The Glass Factory, Gonville

    Visitors enjoy Catherine Macdonald's studio during Artists Open Sudios 2024

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      Whanganui Artists Open Studios: 15–23 March 2025

      Venture through Whanganui's rich artistic heritage.

      As one of New Zealand's oldest and most diverse art trails, Artist Open Studios 2025 invites you to discover a vibrant showcase of local talent.

      Over two weekends in March, immerse yourself in a captivating exploration of art, featuring established and emerging New Zealand artists. From traditional crafts to cutting-edge contemporary works, there's something to ignite your passion.

      Whanganui – Te Taonga Toi o Aotearoa, The Arts Destination of New Zealand.

      Explore our stimulating artisanal spaces. Participate in events and workshops. Discover delicious tastes in our restaurants and cafes. Enjoy the history of our beautiful River City. Take home a taonga to enrich your space.

        Featured Studio

        CiA – Castlecliff International Artport

        From flying EU to Belgian Congo in the 1950’s to saving Whanganui Airport in 2016 this classic Convair airlinerdone it all! She’s now swapped the swamps and jungle of the Congo for the swamps of Castlecliff International Artport (Loulou Krebs – painter, David Silvester and James Barron – photography) NO PARKING ONSITE – Park on tarsealed end of Seafront Road and walk down track to studio.