Due to the ongoing construction at the Chapel, these events have been postponed to 2026.
In the ‘Tones of Silence’ Exhibition Futuna Chapel is explored through Black & White photography, taken by John Grace with a vintage 5×4 camera, tripod and lenses, and long exposures, to give another way of viewing and experiencing the Chapel.
This exhibition will explore the tones, textures, composition and forms of the Chapel in black and white with many shades of grey.
Futuna Chapel will be open for eight days to allow people to view the exhibition:
Saturday 18 October and Sunday 19 October 11am – 4pm
Saturday 25 October and Sunday 26 October 11am – 4pm
Saturday 1 November and Sunday 2 November 11am – 4pm
Saturday 8 November and Sunday 9 November 11am – 4pm
Free entry – but koha/donation preferred
Plus there are two Public Talks:
Sunday 19th October 2pm-4pm
Talks by Catherine Hammond and John Walsh
Catherine Hammond – Director Collections and Research, Auckland Museum
John Walsh – Writer – Walking Guides (Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington)
Book here
[Free entry – but koha/donation preferred]
Sunday 2nd November 2pm-4pm
Talks by Malcolm Doidge and John Grace
Dr. Malcolm Doidge – sculptor, video artist, photographer
John Grace – commercial lawyer and amateur B&W photographer
Book here
[Free entry – but koha/donation preferred]
“Generally, the older the equipment, the greater the personal input of the photographer is required and therefore the greater the commitment and individuality. Often, you can look at a 19th-century photograph and tell who the photographer is. You certainly can’t do that today. It isn’t only the camera and lens, but also the type of film (or in those days, glass plate), the developer used and how the print is made onto particular types of paper. Each gives a distinct interpretation”.
John Grace – 18/06/25
The Trust looks forward to welcoming architects, designers, graduates, students and interested members of the public to attend this event and support the Trust in its work.
The Futuna Trust is a charitable organisation and all koha received from the exhibition events will go towards the ongoing care, maintenance and operation of Futuna Chapel and also to support various initiatives undertaken by the Trust.
Health and Safety: The Chapel will be a construction site at the time of the event. Trustees will be on duty to ensure the safety of tour participants both inside and outside the Chapel.
Parking: no public parking on site, but there is plenty of parking on Friend Street.
Wheelchair access is available.
Copies of the book ‘Futuna – Life of a Building’ will be on sale at the Chapel for a discounted price of $20. Cash only.