National Aquarium of New Zealand to host National Geographic exhibition

The National Aquarium of New Zealand, a public aquarium located in Napier, is hosting ‘Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back’ curated by the National Geographic Society.

The world-class National Geographic photography exhibit will open at the National Aquarium of New Zealand on Saturday, 14th September 14 and draws upon more than a decade’s worth of global expeditions conducted by the National Geographic Pristine Seas project.

The project, started in 2008, was created to document and protect the ocean so it can “heal, rebound, and regenerate”.

It has carried out 44 expeditions and helped establish 27 marine protected areas covering more than 6.5 million square kilometres of ocean – an area more than twice the size of India. Pristine Seas also actively supports the global goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030.

Through the exhibition’s narrative, photography, and film, visitors are set to learn about how the Pristine Seas team supports indigenous peoples, local communities and governments in the creation of Marine Protected Areas.

National Aquarium of New Zealand posted on social media “we're excited to announce National Geographic's 'Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back' is coming to the National Aquarium.

“Get ready for an unforgettable journey as you explore breathtaking ocean photography and discover the incredible stories behind 44 global expeditions. Take in stunning imagery from vibrant coral reefs to icy Antarctic vistas.”

Pristine Seas: Bringing the Ocean Back is launching just in time for the FotoFest Photography Festival Hawke's Bay.