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Ei Katu Making - Traditional Cook Island Headdress
Ei Katu. Tagata Moana 2026
Workshop
Past event
Education Centre
$15
Join the Tagata Moana Trust and learn how to create an Ei Katu. These traditional Cook Islands flower headdresses are made with love and worn with pride.
Bookings essential.
Tagata Moana
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