The Fabulous Carmen Rupe: Tea, Toasties and Trade

Celebrate Carmen Rupe’s Wellington years (1967-1980) through stories, historic images and archival audio in this fascinating seated presentation.

Experience Carmen Rupe’s Wellington through live storytelling, historic images, archival audio and personal memories. This engaging seated presentation explores the legendary entertainer, entrepreneur and activist’s Wellington years (1967-1980), from her coffee lounges and businesses to her mayoral campaign and enduring support of the city’s rainbow communities. Booking is not required.

Health & Safety

This is an indoors seated event. Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library is fully accessible, and has a comprehensive Health and Safety plan for public events.

Location

Ngā Pou Ruahine, Level 2, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library, 65 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Wellington

Tags

Talk

Accessible

Event times

1-2pm Sun 25 Oct

Free

Event hosts

Walk Tours NZ

Walk Tours NZ is a volunteer-led organisation that offers free, accessible, inclusive, and community-focused walking tours and events throughout Wellington, New Zealand, celebrating the city’s rich LGBTI rainbow heritage. The organisation began offering free walking tours during the 2017 Pride Festival and has since grown to provide a regular programme of monthly tours. In addition to guided walks, Walk Tours NZ also presents seated talks, presentations, and community events, making Wellington’s rainbow history accessible to a wide range of audiences.

Email: book.walktoursnz@gmail.com

Website: https://walktours.nz/

Wellington City Libraries

Wellington City Libraries is a network of 12 libraries, with the central library located in the beautiful Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui.

Website: https://www.wcl.govt.nz/