Aotearoa’s Savage clubs: art by the people, for the people

In the mid-1800s, a gentleman's club was formed in London for men connected to literature and fine arts. Named after the poet Richard Savage, there are 16 active clubs in Aotearoa today. Over the last few years, some clubs have folded with declining membership. But the Waimate Savage & Entertainment Club is going strong, set to celebrate 100 years this August. Club Secretary Ina de Paauw Fontein is passionate about how the arts help people.