Wellington's City Gallery reopens with a bang after long closure

Friday 9 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 5 reports · updated Sat 10 Oct, 7:30pm

A survey exhibition featuring the work of acclaimed British artist Cornelia Parker is marking the reopening of Wellington's City Gallery after a two-and-a-half year closure.

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1. The PostFri 9 Oct, 1:00pm

   Your guide to what’s on in Wellington (opens in new tab)

   • Wellington's City Gallery reopens with a bang after long closure (opens in new tab) Fri 9 Oct, 4:00pm
   • City Gallery Wellington reopens with Cornelia Parker’s surreal world (opens in new tab) Fri 9 Oct, 4:11pm
2. NZ HeraldFri 9 Oct, 1:39pm

   Wellington City Gallery reopens, resurrected with international Cornelia Parker exhibition (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsSat 10 Oct, 7:30pm

   Wellington's City Gallery opens with explosive new exhibit (opens in new tab)