Public Art Bike Tour - Onehunga
Event Information
About this Event
Join us on a fun outdoor adventure as we cruise around Onehunga on bikes, checking out the public artwork that lives within the local community. Learn about the artists and stories behind the artwork while getting some exercise and fresh air. What a great way to spend your morning!
Tour details:
- FREE. Please book only if you intend to attend as places are strictly limited. Not showing up means others miss out.
- This easy ride is suitable for all fitness levels.
- 1.5 hours with lunch provided at the end. Please get in touch if you have any specific dietary requirements.
- To join this tour you need to have a bike and helmet. If you would like to join this tour but don't have access to a bike and/or a helmet please get in touch.
- Bring a hat and a bottle of water. Sunscreen provided.
Artwork: Matau, Jim Palmer (1972)
Artwork: Hautaha, Sopolemalama Filipe Tohi (2004)
Meeting Point
The start of the tour is outside the Onehunga Library on 85 Church Street.
AUCKLAND PUBLIC ART / HE KOHINGA TOI
www.aucklandpublicart.com
The public art collection
Auckland’s public art celebrates the creativity of Tāmaki Makaurau, reflecting and expressing the diversity and character of our city. Auckland Council cares for a collection of more than 400 public artworks and develops new works across the region.
About this website
Auckland Public Art / He Kohinga Toi showcases some of Auckland Council’s collection of public artworks, celebrating the creativity of Tāmaki Makaurau and reflecting the unique identity of our city. The new site went live on 10 October 2020 as part of the Artweek Auckland 2020 Programme.
Discover the ideas and inspiration behind some of the public artworks across Tāmaki Makaurau, located in many of your favourite places and spaces. Locate and learn more about the newest additions to the city’s public art collection, as well as temporary artwork installations.
Search by location, artist name or artwork type to learn more about the collection. Discover artworks near you and find out more about that favourite public artwork in your neighbourhood. With more than 100 works already online, keep visiting the website as new works and information will continue to be added.
STREET ARTEAROA
www.streetartearoa.nz
Street Artearoa is Auckland’s first dedicated street art tour company, created by local street artists to educate and entertain. We provide informative, and authentic experiences across Tāmaki Makaurau via public art tours, workshops and projects.