Upcoming events
Nelson Theatre | 21–24 May 2026:
A compelling World War II drama inspired by Pablo Picasso, where art, power, and truth intersect in occupied Paris., 1941.
Programme
Thursday 21 May -24th May
• Gala Opening (Keirunga Homestead) – 5:30–6:30pm
• Evening Performance (Nelson Theatre) – 7:00–8:30pm (Fundraiser for Cranford Hospice)
Gala + Performance: $50 | $45 | $40
All Other Shows: $30 | $25 | $20
Franki James
0210 817 8009
https://events.humanitix.com/a-picasso-gala-opening/tickets
A Picasso
Special Visit from Nelson Family Descendant
Keirunga Homestead recently welcomed a very special visitor. Emma Beresford, the great-granddaughter of George Nelson, visited from overseas and toured the historic property for the first time during her trip to Hawke’s Bay.
George and Elizabeth Nelson gifted seven hectares of the Keirunga property to the Havelock North Borough Council in 1956, with the homestead later becoming home to the Keirunga Gardens Arts and Crafts Society.
Since 1966, the Society has leased and cared for the homestead and gardens, preserving this historic site for the community to enjoy.
Emma and her husband Tam were welcomed by members of the Society and local representatives, sharing morning tea in the homestead dining room where George Nelson once dined nearly a century ago. It was a meaningful moment celebrating the legacy of the Nelson family and the ongoing care of Keirunga Gardens.