Led by local archaeologist and heritage consultant Patrick Harsveldt. The Ngāti Toa Domain includes the sites of Paremata Pā, Thom’s Whaling Station (est. 1835), and the Paremata Barracks (constructed 1847). Free event. Meet in front of the Ngāti Toa Sea Scout Hall at Ngāti Toa Domain. (Rain day Sunday 10 May at the same time)
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Renowned Wellington archaeologist Victoria Grouden will give an illustrated talk about the archaeological investigations she’s undertaken at Turnbull House, as part of its strengthening project. Free event.
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Five short (10 minutes) talks by Wellington archaeologists on topics as varied as Wellington’s gold rush. Queer archaeology, and what archaeology can tell us about gender. From tiny house to Edwardian cottage. Archaeology and the environment. Free event.
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