The Wanganui Art Society is busy preparing for a busy few days at the city's annual Vintage Weekend.
Art Society president Rei Hendry said a highlight would be an exhibition at Cooks Gallery by local St John's Hill School pupils.
Ms Hendry said about 50 children would have work on show during the weekend, inspired by a trip to Te Papa.
"We should always have our young people involved in art," she said.
"If our kids see how exciting a weekend it is, they may want to continue with art."