Meet at Shortland Wharf, 3pm Sun 2nd April 2017. Move by own vehicle to the other three wharf sites, finishing at Burke St around low tide (approx 4pm). Guides will be David Wilton and Graeme Robinson. Background: When the Thames goldfield opened in 1867, the only practicable way of getting mining equipment, people and supplies
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To celebrate Archaeology Week 1-7 April Louise Furey, Curator of Archaeology at Auckland Museum, and colleagues from the University of Auckland will be giving a talk on the Ahuahu Great Mercury Island Archaeological Project. The Project Team is in the 6th year of investigating the Maori history of Ahuahu. We will outline the results from
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Free public presentation by Dr Matt Felgate. This presentation explores the 'formative' period of early Tamaki Maori and will discuss archaeological models of societal change appropriate to the NZ context. Invitation to Public Talk - Flyer
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ArchSoc is hosting an archaeology themed movie night! Vote for the options via the Facebook poll. Movie from 6:00 pm in Room 220, Arts 2. Free entry. NZAA ArchSoc Archaeology Week Flyer
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A guided walk on the vegetation and challenges with an archaeological heritage site in a more crowded city. Join Kit Howden from the Friends of Maungawhau at end Batger Rd for a guided walk. Tue 4th April, 10 am to 12 noon. Kit and volunteers from the Friends of Maungawhau have been weeding, planting and
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Journey back in time as guide Garry Law reveals the rich archaeology of Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill and discusses the modification of a volcanic cone to impressive pa site. See also the Park’s kūmara bed display, now nearing maturity. Tuesday 4th April 10am – 12noon Bookings essential Please contact the Cornwall Park Information Centre for
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A Public Talk on Pacific Archaeology by Professor Glenn Summerhayes at the Otago Museum Glenn Summerhayes has been a professor of archaeology at the University of Otago since 2005. He has been involved in Pacific archaeology for over thirty years, with a specific research focus on Papua New Guinea. His PhD, Lapita Interaction, was a
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A talk by Robert Brassey, from Auckland Council, on the history and archaeology of Auckland's first European settlement. Time: 6:30 P.M. Location: Leys Institute Hall, Lecture Room, 20 St Marys Rd, Ponsonby, Auckland. Please contact Mary Kienholz for further details. NZA Week Flyer - Robert Brassey Please RSVP – email HeritageEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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Hear the second talk from Naomi Woods on the Victoria Retail Centre. She will present the history of a Whanganui family, based on the scientific analysis of the findings from the archaeological dig at the site of the Victoria Retail Centre. She builds a detailed and very human story from broken and discarded household goods.
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Public talk by Mary O'Keeffe on the archaeology of Wellington City Mary has been a consulting archaeologist for 20 years. In this lighthearted illustrated talk she takes a wander round some of her projects to look at what archaeologist in NZ do, and more importantly, why we do it. Spaces are limited to 50 people
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DUE TO THE BAD WEATHER FORECAST THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. A guided tour of Whitianga Pa -including a general history of the pa and the relevance to Capt James Cook. Followed by Ferry Landing Stone Wharf and old mill site (further details to come). Meet at Ferry Landing Stone Wharf, Whitianga Cost of going - Gold coin
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Hear Professor Richard Walter, archaeologist, explore current thinking about the prehistoric colonisation of Aotearoa and how the first Polynesian settlers adapted to life in this country. Richard is currently planning research using the collection at the North Otago Museum to learn more about this period in history.
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Overview of Māori archaeology in Hawkes Bay
Image credits: Kwatera L; Jagodowy Zagajnik Poster Archaeology Week 2017 final Hidden Treasures - Hidden Atrocities: Archaeology, Discovery and Resistance. Presentation and slide show. Part of the inaugural New Zealand Archaeology Week. Discover archaeological finds in Poland and around the world. Unearth links to Polish New Zealanders. Touch on WW2 and the Polish Resistance. Free entry. Free parking.
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Walk at Te Puke o Tara ( Hampton park) on 6th April 9.30 am-11.30. This heritage site under restoration is not open to the public so undertaking a guided walk is a great opportunity to see a heritage site that is not generally available to view. Booking is essential. contact enquiry@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 09 3010101 Email anna.baine@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz for further details.
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Visit the Roger C. Green Archaeological Science Laboratory on Level 7 of HSB. Meet current students and learn about some of the exciting discoveries that happen in this space. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Level 7 Human Sciences Building Auckland City Campus NZAA ArchSoc Archaeology Week Flyer
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Public talk by Bruce McFadgen on earthquakes and tsunamis in the 15th Century This talk will cover the effects of tectonic events such as tsunamis and earthquakes. Archaeology, and Maori traditions and stories, present a useful perspective on past hazardous events and how Maori communities coped with them. Modern society can learn from their experience. The
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Join us for a lunchtime introduction to the archaeology of New Zealand and the special sites of the Whangarei District. Bring your lunch and learn about archaeology with local archaeologist Jono Carpenter. Friday 7 April, May Bain Room, Whangarei Central Library 12.00-1.30pm. Entry by koha.
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Central Hawke's Bay Archaeology Day Archaeology Excursion to Early Pa Site near Porangahau Saturday, 8th April 2017 Bus leaving Waipawa at 9 am from theMuseum Car Park Waipukurau at 9.10 am from the Car Park opposite the Tavistock Hotel 10 am Lecture by Elisabeth Pishief, Archaeologist, at the Porangahau Country Club with Morning Tea Visit
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Join members of ArchSoc and post-graduate students in bioarchaeology to excavate some (fake) human remains, and animal bones. This event accommodates a maximum of 20 people on first in first served basis. Wet weather day is Sunday 9 April. Register your interest via aklarchsoc@gmail.com. 10:00am - 2:00pm Auckland City Campus NZAA ArchSoc Archaeology Week Flyer
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This is a short archaeological walk and talk through a remnant historic landscape that reflects the Maori and European settlement of Whangarei. By chance the formation of Hatea Drive and the building of the Victoria bridge has left behind an area of mature bush on the banks of the Hoteo (Hatea) River containing an important
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This presentation is a general informative archaeology talk with application to the Hutt Petone Library, 7 Britannia Street, Petone When: Saturday 8 of April at 1pm Seating capacity: 35
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A fun dig for kids using some archaeological tools. Anything the kids dig up they get to take home with them Free for Day Pass Holders and Friends of Waitangi - admission to the Treaty Grounds for adults (Day Pass) is $20 and free for kids up to 18 with an accompanying adult. Limited to
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Join local archaeologist and Matakohe-Limestone Island Ranger Jono Carpenter and Kaumatua Fred Tito of Te Parawhau for a tour of archaeological and cultural sites on Matakohe-Limestone Island in Whangarei Harbour. The island barge Petrel Tua Toru will pick up visitors from the Onerahi Jetty at Beach Road from 10am to 11am and begin return trips at 2pm. Bring along
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Tour of Pareraho pa by Nicholas Beynon and Warwick Johnstone Meeting point at the intersection of Belmont Tce and Coach Ln, Lower Hutt Sunday 9 April at 11.45am, Leave 12 noon Max people 10 Need to be suitability fit, First come first served by rsvp to Nick Beynon
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Public lecture by Dr Ian Smith of Otago University on New Zealand archaeology with a focus on the Bay of Islands Free for Day Pass Holders and Friends of Waitangi - admission to the Treaty Grounds for adults (Day Pass) is $20 and free for kids up to 18 with an accompanying adult Te Kōngahu
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Discover Archaeology: From an Iron Age Fort to Vikings and early Jewellery. Create your own Iron Age Fort building to take home. Date and time: Thursday, April 20 at 10 AM - 12 PM Age 8+. Cost $8 per person, including adults. Materials provided. Bookings preferred, ph 533 3530. Email phtmuseum@ihug.co.nz see the face book page: https://www.facebook.com/events/171601023346539/
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While not during New Zealand Archaeology Week 2017 itself the NZAA believe it is important to include and support events which are of a similar nature and which include archaeological aspects. The magnificent Otauto Pa site, on the mighty Patea River. This site will be viewed from a unique perspective, from across the river at
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While not during New Zealand Archaeology Week 2017 itself the NZAA believe it is important to include and support events which are of a similar nature and which include archaeological aspects. A two day walking experience that will leave you wanting to come back for more. Spectacular scenery, Maori and early settler history, walk with subject experts.
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While not during New Zealand Archaeology Week 2017 itself the NZAA believe it is important to include and support events which are of a similar nature and which include archaeological aspects. To be held at Tairua 6th-7th May - will include lectures, a commemoration and a field trip. Details still to be confirmed. Background: Ships
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