Pātaka is a museum and art gallery in the Porirua city centre, at 17 Parumoana Street, and it shows art and culture from Māori, Pacific Island, New Zealand and international makers. Its exhibitions change often. Current shows on the website include Mālamalama by Alison Leauanae, which runs from 5 September to 11 October, Toi Gallery histories, a series of photographs by Neil Penman from 8 August to 8 November 2026, and Unwrapped: Whittaker's since 1896, which runs from 8 August 2026 to 28 February 2027. There is also ki Mukukai: Freshwater to Saltwater, a show about the connected waterways of Ngāti Toa Rangatira.
Pātaka runs workshops, openings and other events, and visitors can book or register their interest on the website. The Whittaker's show is the one that brings in the chocolate-making history of the brand, which suits visitors who want something beyond the usual museum display. The gallery's own location in the Porirua city centre puts it within walking distance of the town's shops and transport links.