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George’s War
Sue Heydon, Following my Father’s Journey
1 March - 27 April
George’s War: Following My Father’s Journey is an intimate and poignant exhibition by local artist Sue Heydon, exploring her father’s harrowing experience as a WWII prisoner of war.
Captured during the 1941 Greek campaign, George Heydon endured over four years in POW camps, facing immense deprivation and confinement.
Through a blend of personal exploration and extensive research, Sue Heydon brings to life her father’s untold story, revealing the silent suffering, resilience, and emotional toll of war. This exhibition not only uncovers her father's struggles, but also honours the broader experiences of more than 8,000 New Zealand soldiers who shared similar hardships as prisoners of war during WWII.
Heydon's work fuses history and art, using creative expression to connect with her father’s past. George’s War: Following My Father's Journey is a raw and powerful reflection on the cost of war, a celebration of the human spirit, and a daughter’s quest to bring her father’s painful history to light.
Free for Nelson Tasman residents.
Regional Gallery
PERMANENT EXHIBITION
Explore the rich heritage and natural history of the Nelson Tasman region in our permanent gallery.
This exhibition leads visitors through an exploration of Te Tauihu, the top of the South Island. This treasure-filled gallery focuses on the region's fascinating history and identity, offering an opportunity for hours of discovery.
Free for Nelson Tasman residents.