Unfortunately, due to a number of unforeseen factors, we’ve had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Faraday Museum’s Art Deco Hammer and Hope event. A range of challenges meant we couldn’t deliver the experience to the standard we aim for, and we believe it is fairer to make this call now rather than closer to the time. (This was not a choice we made lightly).

We understand how disappointing this news will be, especially for those who were looking forward to celebrating Art Deco Weekend with us.

Art Deco Weekend remains an incredible celebration for our region, and we hope you will find an alternative amongst the many amazing activities on offer. Thank you again for your support.

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Step onto the gangplanks of Napier’s bustling portside, where sailors, soldiers, and settlers first came ashore and a new town began to rise. Discover how our city was built time and time again through timber, tin, and tenacity. Try your luck with Ahuriri Traders, a playful trading game where you swap cards with perfect strangers or toss coins to snag that elusive card. And don’t forget the Shanty Saloon—fun mixers, treats galore, and lots of fun and laughter.

Bring cash—to spend throughout the evening; first drink and tasty treat on us!