Post by Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki

The big reveal 👀 We’ve completed a major restoration of our 139-year-old heritage building, protecting the historic structure and the treasured artworks it houses. The Heritage Restoration Project, Kia whakahou, kia whakaora, focused on our heritage wing and has safeguarded one of Auckland’s earliest civic buildings, a Category 1 historic place. The project was delivered on behalf of Auckland Council and included replacement of the old heritage slate roof, repair of the original render, reinstatement of original heritage features, targeted seismic strengthening, and upgraded external lighting. The Gallery remained open throughout, continuing to welcome visitors and sustain strong engagement through a programme of major exhibitions. Final works were completed at the end of February, marking a major completion milestone and returning the heritage building to full view. Huge congratulations to the team for their hard work on this important restoration 👏 And make sure you come and see it in real life – it’s looks amazing! Photo credit: Daniel Zheng Project partners include Ignite Architecture and David Pearson Architects (heritage specialists), Precon Project Management and SAVORY Construction (main contractor).