Turnbull up close

Curator Oliver Stead examines themes of place and narrative in some highly detailed early New Zealand images — up close. In this online event, you will get the opportunity to look very closely at some of the Alexander Turnbull Library’s extensive collection of paintings, drawings and prints.

This online visual tour of New Zealand government maps, with Cartographic Curator Igor Drecki, will provide you with the opportunity to discover them in a new light and appreciate the creative beauty of cartography

Did you know that the Alexander Turnbull Library has some of the oldest books in any New Zealand library – and the largest collection of cartoons and comics in the country? From medieval manuscripts to digital cartoons, come along for a closer look.

Did you know that the Alexander Turnbull Library has the largest collection of rare books and New Zealand paintings in the country? From medieval manuscripts to delicate watercolours, come along for a closer look.

Did you know that the Alexander Turnbull Library has the largest collection of rare books and New Zealand paintings in the country? From medieval manuscripts to delicate watercolours, come along for a closer look.

Did you know that the Alexander Turnbull Library has the largest collection of rare books and New Zealand paintings in the country? From medieval manuscripts to delicate watercolours, come along for a closer look.

Did you know that the Alexander Turnbull Library has the largest collection of rare books and New Zealand paintings in the country? From medieval manuscripts to delicate watercolours, come along for a closer look.