Update on Artwork Display at The Suter Art Gallery
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The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū has removed the artwork Flagging the Future by Diane Prince from public view.
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A Landmark Jewellery Exhibition Comes to The Suter Art Gallery
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Discover the 2nd Aotearoa Jewellery Triennial at The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū. From 8 March to 8 June 2025, explore how jewellery symbolizes cultural heritage, familial bonds, and personal narratives. Curated by Sian van Dyk, this exhibition features renowned artists and forms a key part of Nelson Jewellery Week.
Read MoreThe Suter Welcomes New Director
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We are excited to announce that Toni MacKinnon has officially joined The Suter Art Gallery Te Aratoi o Whakatū as our new Director as of November 2024. Toni comes to us from MTG Hawke’s Bay Museum Tai Ahuriri, where she served as Curator of Art.
Read MoreThe Suter Joins Spring Clean Whakatū Nelson!
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As spring unfolds in Nelson, a vibrant initiative is taking root: Spring Clean Whakatū Nelson! This exciting community project aims to revitalize the city centre, and The Suter Art Gallery is thrilled to be a part of it.
Read MoreMāori Clay Artists Sculpt their Mythology
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Hineukurangi brings together clay makers of Māori descent to celebrate and uplift the realm of Hineukurangi, the Māori deity of clay. Showcasing more than 20 artists, emergent and established artists, including featured members of the Māori artist collective, Ngā Kaihanga Uku.
Jarden Collaborates with The Suter Art Gallery for its 125th Anniversary
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Celebrate The Suter Art Gallery's 125th Anniversary with a vibrant display of art sponsored by Jarden. Explore diverse exhibitions showcasing rich cultural heritage and artistic expressions. Join us on this artistic journey today.
Read MoreSuter Gallery Director Julie Catchpole Announces Retirement After Transformative 17-Year Tenure
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After an exceptional 17-year tenure as Director of Nelson's esteemed Suter Art Gallery, Julie Catchpole announces her retirement. Her leadership transformed the gallery, quadrupling visitors through innovative exhibits and an award-winning revitalization.
Read MoreArtful Upcycling at The Suter: Eco-Chic Tote Bags
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Discover the latest eco-chic trend at The Suter Art Gallery! Our new line of recycled banner tote bags, born from the acclaimed exhibition “Fire & Earth: Contemporary Ceramics from the Top of The South,” is here to add a splash of artistry and sustainability to your daily life.
Read MoreThe Ann and John Hercus Gallery: A Legacy of Art and Philanthropy
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The Ann and John Hercus Gallery showcases their generous donations to the Gallery’s redevelopment and collection, as well as featuring a selection of works from The Suter’s collection and temporary exhibitions that highlight the diversity and richness of New Zealand art.
Read MoreThe Suter and NBS Partner to Promote Youth Well-Being Through Art
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The Suter Art Gallery’s scholarship programme offers after-school art classes to local students, fostering creativity and passion. Supported by NBS, this initiative aims to enrich young lives through visual art, providing opportunities that might otherwise be inaccessible.
Read MoreTe Ira Tangata: Celebrating the Inner Potential of Our Tamariki
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Te Ira Tangata is a display of artworks by local students who visited The Suter Art Gallery te Aratoi o Whakatū’s exhibition Kanohi Kitea, which showcases the art of moko kanohi, or facial tattooing. The students created their own tohu, or design, that represented their identity, their whakapapa, and their connection to the land and their culture. The display celebrates the inner potential of our tamariki, who are all taonga, born of greatness and full of possibilities.
The Art and Science of Upcycling: How The Suter Art Gallery Turns Waste into Wonder
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Learn how The Suter Art Gallery and The Green Collective turn waste into wonder by creating upcycled tote bags from recycled PVC exhibition banners. Plus, get 50% off a Friend of The Suter membership when you buy a bag.
Read MoreA Legacy of Artistic Excellence Showcased at The Suter
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This fantastic exhibition showcases some of the finest artworks from one of the country’s most respected private art collections.
Read MoreNelson's Art Scene Flourishes: The Suter's Mid-Winter Spectacular Raises $52,000
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The Suter Art Gallery's Mid-Winter Spectacular showcased art, community, and generosity at its annual fundraising dinner and auction, raising an incredible $52,000 which will go towards the preservation and expansion of The Suter's collection of artworks.
Read MoreMatariki Aspirations
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Join us at The Suter from Friday 30 June to Sunday 23 July for a delightful exhibition celebrating the creative talents of our Suter Kids Club students this term!
Read MoreIntroducing Steve Green as the New Chairman of The Bishop Suter Trust
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The Bishop Suter Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Green as its new Chairman.
Read MoreGary Baseman's Iconic Characters Come to Life at The Suter Art Gallery
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The vision of internationally acclaimed, interdisciplinary artist Gary Baseman and his wonderful world of hybrid creatures is set to grace The Suter Art Gallery in a truly unparalleled exhibition.
Read MoreNBS helps The Suter Make Art Matter for Students
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NBS has become a key sponsor of The Suter Art Gallery's education programs, helping the non-profit continue providing art education to students in the Nelson Tasman region.
Read MoreCelebrating Summer at The Suter with Jarden
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Jarden’s sponsorship of ‘Summer at The Suter’ is the third year in a row that they have supported installations at The Suter, enabling the gallery to improve the overall presentation, promotion and delivery of the exhibitions on view.
Read MoreThe Jane Evans Foyer
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Named after artist Jane Evans who was a determined and passionate advocate for the arts and fought hard in support of the redevelopment of The Suter.
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