Artists Open Studios 21 - 29 MARCH 2020
Artists Open Studios is your gateway to experiencing the vibrant and diverse arts community of Whanganui and its surrounding districts.
Home to many established, world renown and emerging artists, the city is a premier arts destination for New Zealand.
Explore studios in history and quirky locations, many are only open to the public during this event, experience the creative process first-hand, and meet the artists behind the art. Held over two weekends every year in March, this event is not to be missed.
Whether you’re a serious collector, or a just dipping your toe in the water, if you are local, or from far-afield, there is no doubt you will enjoy the relaxed and inspiring journey of Artists Open Studios.
OPEN STUDIO WEEKENDS 21st - 22nd and 28th - 29th March
pLANNING YOUR AOS EXPERIENCE
Each studio and artist registered to participate in the event has a profile page here on the website, featuring a bio, images and contact details.
The Trail Guide is also available to help you plan your AOS experience, it is available to download for free below, or you can purchase for $5.00 per copy from the following locations;
iSite Whanganui - 31 Taupō Quay, Central, Whanganui
Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui - 38 Taupō Quay, Central, Whanganui
QUARTZ, Museum of Studio Ceramics, 8 Bates Street, Central, Whanganui
Inkt - 17 Victoria Avenue, Central, Whanganui
Paige's Book Gallery - 60 Guyton Street, Central, Whanganui
The Citadel, 14 Rangiora Street, Castlecliff, Whanganui
Gonville Library, 44 Abbot Street, Gonville, Whanganui
Red Door Gallery, 88 Putiki Drive, Putiki, Whanganui
There are also complimentary Trail Maps distributed across the region and country.
Download the Trail guide:
Complete the form to download a free PDF of the Artist Open Studios Trail Guide for 2020.
