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A child and a caregiver using an art station at Capital E in Wellington

Nōku te Ao Capital E

  • Location

    65 Victoria Street, Wellington

  • Website
    Capital E

Taking play and education for children to new levels of fun and creativity.

The next generation of artists, scientists, explorers, makers, and doers will find inspiration here. Nōku te Ao Capital E is a place for inquisitive kids. It provides a forum where creativity and play intersect — offering workshops, interactive play areas, and digital education experiences. Located inside Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, Wellington Central Library, it harnesses the power of play to build confident young learners.

A circular seat in a childrens' playroom at Capital E in Wellington
A table and art station for children at Capital E in Wellington
A child and a caregiver playing with stickers on a board at Capital E in Wellington

Children under 5 have a dedicated space on the mezzanine floor. Tamariki and caregivers will find active play areas, crafts, costumes, a area, and low sensory nooks. There is also dedicated pram parking space.

The second floor is for older children. Its learning spaces explore creative storytelling. Taupuni OnTV is a real-life production studio, tamariki and rangatahi can use industry standard broadcast equipment. Te Taiwhanga Arapāho MediaLab, is a digital computer suite where children can design games, develop coding skills, and make music. Schools can visit the studios via booking, and whānau can keep an eye out for school holiday opportunities.

An indoor childrens' playground at Capital E in Wellington
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