Futuna Chapel

13/06/2026

Excitement is building for Klezmer Rebs today at the Chapel! Doors open at 1:30pm for a 2pm start. Have you got your ticket?

Visit Humanitix now https://tinyurl.com/mr3vn4jz

In 1958, six years into his private practice, Hawke’s Bay architect John Scott was commissioned by the Society of Mary to design a chapel for their spiritual retreat in Karori, Wellington. Built by the Brothers of the Society themselves, and embellished by Auckland sculptor Jim Allen, Futuna Chape...

08/06/2026

Remembering these two wonderful people today as we mark the birthday of the Chapel's architect John Scott and the passing of artist Jim Allen.

As Jim once remarked 'My work on the chapel was certainly one of the highlights of my life...I will always feel privileged to have shared his [John's] thinking and creative drive...'

Much aroha to the Scott and Allen families.

06/06/2026

We’re open! A beautiful day to see the colours of the windows lighting up the pews.
Come over for a visit (open until 3pm)

27/05/2026

A huge congratulations to LT McGuinness on winning the Supreme Award in the Master Builders 2026 Construction Project Awards for its ambition, complexity and quality.

Notably the judges commented on 'the way every challenge was met with calm, coordinated delivery' - exactly the way they dealt with restoring the Chapel roof too!

Both buildings are category one heritage buildings and we are delighted that both have been restored by such an incredibly capable company.

Read the full article at www.thepost.co.nz/home-property/361009595/weve-got-heart-our-city-back-wellington-library-build-scoops-construction-win

07/05/2026

Mother's Day Alert! Krakerjack are performing at Futuna Chapel this Sunday 10 May at 2pm; the ultimate in Polish and klezmer music to get your Mum tapping her feet.

Tickets $15 on Humanitix https://tinyurl.com/y8yytt3t or at the door.
's day

16/04/2026

Have you got your tickets yet to hear Gary Wilby; Reflections, Miniatures and Soundscapes?

Gary's performance is the second concert in the 2026 Colours of Futuna Concert Series running each Sunday from 2pm at Futuna Chapel. Given his previous concerts, you can expect it to be an unforgettable experience.

Hear one of his compositions, "Five Bagatelles for Piano", performed by Richard Mapp on YouTube www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jAEOqmap1g

Tickets $15 each available on Humanitix https://tinyurl.com/mr3vn4jz or at the door.

15/04/2026

Futuna Chapel has been named as the 21st MOST BEAUTIFUL BUILDING IN THE WORLD according to Time Out Magazine! An incredibly humbling accolade and exciting to be listed along with La Sagrada Familia, the Pyramids of Giza and the Taj Mahal.

Right on your backdoor step, New Zealand!

See the post here
https://tinyurl.com/4yru9p4d

23/12/2025

As we head towards the end of 2025, we would like to wish all our supporters a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

We look forward to resuming the Chapel restoration early next year and to welcoming you back again.

If you're looking for a last minute gift, remember you can visit our website to gift your loved one the legacy of a Chapel roof tile.

Visit www.futunatrust.org.nz/futunas-future/ for details.

In 1958, six years into his private practice, Hawke’s Bay architect John Scott was commissioned by the Society of Mary to design a chapel for their spiritual retreat in Karori, Wellington. Built by the Brothers of the Society themselves, and embellished by Auckland sculptor Jim Allen, Futuna Chape...