In the heart of Rotorua's city centre, just a short walk from the must-see Government Gardens, our artists are absorbed in their craft, passionately hand-carving New Zealand pounamu with love and dedication. They invite you to come and discover the stories behind their carvings and step inside our studio for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience.
You’ll get up close to the action and spend unforgettable one-on-one time with our artists, learning about the jade carving process and watching live carving demonstrations. As you embark on a journey into the rich history of pounamu, you’ll discover fascinating insights into the cultural significance of the stone and its traditional uses and values.
To top it all off, you will choose your very own piece of pounamu and learn how to string it into a necklace to take home and treasure forever.
Available at 10.00 am, daily. Infant ages are 0-2 years.
What's included
- See a live jade carving demonstration
- Chance to spend exclusive time with New Zealand jade artists in their studio
- This is a fully guided experience with jade experts. Allow 40 minutes.
- A piece of New Zealand pounamu to take home.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
What's not included
- Infant tickets (0-2 years) are free of charge but this tickets does not include a piece of pounamu.
- You do not get to carve your own pounamu. Instead, you will observe our artists carving.
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible