Tiakiwai conference centre auditorium view showing rows of seating and a stage with three people on chairs.

Tiakiwai Conference Centre — National Library of New Zealand

Contemporary design and cutting-edge technology meet an event destination cloaked in history, knowledge, and cultural significance.

Situated in the heart of the National Library is Tiakiwai Conference Centre.

Featuring a contemporary design, cutting-edge technology, and multi-purpose spaces, Tiakiwai Conference Centre is an ideal setting for seminars, conferences, performances, and presentations for up to 180 people.

Let guests explore the multi-award-winning He Tohu exhibition, HOME café, shop, quiet spaces, and much more.

Rooms available

Spaces Floor area (sqm) Ceiling height Theatre Classroom Boardroom U-shape Banquet Cabaret Cocktail Booths
Auditorium 225m² 2.2m (lowest point) 178 - - - - - -  
Thorndon Room 70m² 2.6m 50 27 20 21 - - 50  
Pipitea Room 63m² 2.6m 45 27 20 18 - - 45  
Tiakiwai Foyer   2.5m   - - - - - 168 10
Tiakiwai, Thorndon and Pipitea combined 133m² 2.6m 100 60 38 38 72 50 100 8
Te Ahumairangi Foyer 250m² 4.5m 200 - - - 150 100 300 20
Te Wehenga Room 63m² 3.4m 45 24 20 18 - - 45  
Malaga Pasifika Room 51m² 3.4m 35 18 20 15 - - 35  
Te Wehenga and Malaga Pasifika combined 113m² 3.4m 85 48 38 36 64 40 85 8