Ans’ huge collection of negatives is stored safely at the National Library of New Zealand in Wellington. However, there is also a lifetime of important and valuable additional archival material which also requires cataloguing and preservation.
Following her passing in 2023, Ans’ work and print archive has been moved to a large vault in a historical building in Central Wellington, accessible for both art and educational purposes. On display is a library of publications including Ans’ images, her cameras, proof sheets, material and paraphernalia related to her art practice and life.
From time to time we will offer public tours of the Vault. To register your interest in visiting please use this form.
To read Sarah Catherall's piece about the Vault in the Post click here.