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RELICS: A New World Rises
Opening Day

28 March 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Event, Program
Join us on Saturday 28 March for the opening day of RELICS: A New World Rises, a spectacular new exhibition at Yarrila Arts and Museum.
Image courtesy Auckland Museum
Event, Program
RELICS: A New World Rises
Opening Day
When
28 March 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Admission
Free entry

Be among the very first to experience this immersive world of imagination, storytelling and LEGO® creativity. 

Meet LEGO® Masters winners and RELICS creators Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, dive into scavenger hunts, get hands‑on with LEGO® building and challenges, and hear the stories behind the exhibition straight from the creators themselves. From playful making to behind‑the‑scenes insights, it’s a full day of discovery for curious kids, families and grown‑ups alike.

Opening day activities are free to attend. 
RELICS exhibition tickets sold separately.

What’s On

9:30am – 10am 
Welcome and official opening with RELICS creators Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler and Mayor Nikki Williams. 
 
10am – 2pm 
RELICS: A New World Rises exhibition sessions 
Available at 10am and 12 noon 
Includes free scavenger hunts for children and adults 
Exhibition tickets can be booked online or purchased at the YAM front desk. 
 
10am – 2pm 
RELICS Play Space 
The Workshop 
Drop in and build your own creation inspired by RELICS 
Free – no bookings required. 
 
10:30am – 1:30pm
LEGO® Challenges
Ground Floor, Children’s Library
Are you a LEGO® Master? Take part in a LEGO® challenge!
Free. Sessions at 10:30, 11:30 and 12:30.
 
11:30am – 12:30pm 
Meet the creators: Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler 
Story Space, Ground Floor, Children’s Library 
Hear what inspired RELICS and how this exhibition came to life 
Free – bookings essential. 
 
Peach and Wolf Café will be open for refreshments on the day. 
 
YAM Shop 
Take a piece of RELICS home with you! Visit the YAM Shop for RELICS books, programs and caps, plus mini-figures, STEAM kits and upcycled jewellery. Perfect for LEGO® fans, collectors, and curious minds.