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Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
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The New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute (NZMACI) opened in
1963 in Rotorua, New Zealand due to the impending threat of the loss
of traditional Māori arts.
In 1926 a Māori Arts and Crafts school had been established in
Rotorua by Sir Āpirana Ngata, and the new school continued the
tradition in a location well-established for traditional Māori arts
and crafts. The location of school at Whakarewarewa enabled easy
access to the lucrative tourist market, which continues to be a
substantial source of sales.
The Institute generally falls under the tourism portfolio and the
Ministry of Economic Development, with the Minister of Tourism or an
Associate Minister of Tourism making appointments to the board. |
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The Institute operates Te Puia a significant tourist attraction in
Rotorua.
Check out the details and definitely plan your next vacation to New
Zealand to enjoy an exotic vacation.
Getting
There
This tourist attraction
is well serviced by public transport including taxis, buses and
shuttle.
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