Treasures in the Landscape: The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum
14 December 2024 - 4 May 2025
Waitakaruru Arboretum, Waikato

The Arts House Trust and The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum are proud to present a collaborative exhibition of exceptional New Zealand made sculpture. Over a period of 32 years The Arts House Trust has acquired an extensive collection of art and sculptures made by New Zealand artists. It currently consists of 9500 Artworks and is a legacy and a national treasure.

The Collection holds a significant number of early-career works from many well-known artists and some of which have not been seen on public display since the day of acquisition. This is a rare opportunity for the public and the sculptors alike to experience them out in the open again. 

During the period of 14th December 2024 until 4th May 2025 a selection of sculptures from the selection will be installed in the captivating landscape at The Sculpture Park & Arboretum.

Some of the works from The Arts House Trust collection including the following artists; The following New Zealand artists have work included in the exhibition (in alphabetical order):

Andrea du Chatenier

Andrea Gardner

Andrew de Boer

Aaron Frater

Ben Robertson

Brett Graham

Brit Bunkley

Clovis Viscoe

Greer Twiss

Hanna Kidd

Johnny Turner

Katherine Batchelor

Louise Purvis

Nic Moon

Pat Foster

Paul Dibble

Rebecca Rose

Richard Wedekind

Sam Ireland

Scott Eady

Steve Woodward

Terry Stringer

Trish Clarke