NZAA Annual Conference 2017 – Thames
The Civic 200 Mary Street, Thames, New ZealandThis year's theme is the 150th anniversary of the Thames Goldfield
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NZAA Annual Conference 2018
Univeristy of Auckland 18 Waterloo Quadrant, Auckland, New ZealandThe 2018 NZAA and AAA annual conference was held at the University of Auckland from 28 to 30 November 2018. The conference theme was Trans-Tasman Dialogues. Despite some striking differences between the archaeological record of New Zealand and Australia, we share the same historical roots as well as some key goals and priorities: the desire
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NZAA Annual Conference 2019
Stuart Island Community Centre 10 Ayr Street, Oban, New ZealandImage: Propellers on the beach at the Norweigan whalers base, Paterson Inlet, Stewart Island (M. Schmidt 2013, Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga)The 2019 NZAA annual conference was held from Thursday 29th August until Saturday 31st August in Oban, Rakiura/Stewart Island. Post conference summary >> Conference Programme Wednesday 28 August – Evening welcome event Thursday 29 August
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NZAA Annual Conference 2022 – Archaeology and the Climate Crisis
Otago University 640 Cumberland Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, New ZealandThe 2022 New Zealand Archaeological Association was held at the University of Otago in Ōtepoti Dunedin, Aotearoa New Zealand from 21st - 24th November. The theme for the conference was 'Archaeology and the Climate Crisis'. Post conference summary >> Conference Programme Sunday 20 November Pre-conference icebreaker evening event Monday 21 November Mihi whakatau Paper sessions
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NZAA Annual Conference 2023 – Archaeology and Resilience
Sky City Hamilton 364 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New ZealandThe 2023 New Zealand Archaeological Association Conference will be held in Kirikiriroa, Hamilton from the 4th - 7th July. As we continue to battle Covid-19, recent weather events across the country and the ongoing impacts of climate change, the term resilience has become more and more common in current discourse. The theme for this year’s
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NZAA Annual Conference 2024
Beachside Nelson Conference and Events Centre 70 Beach Road, Tahunanui, Nelson, New ZealandThe 2024 New Zealand Archaeological Conference will be held in Whakatū Nelson from the 2nd - 5th July, with a pre conference fieldtrip on the 1st July. Registration ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED Venue Beachside Nelson Conference and Event Centre 70 Beach Road, Tahunanui Nelson 7011 Dave Robson Memorial Fund NZAA Putea Tautoko The New Zealand Archaeological
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Archaeology Kids Day
Totara Estate 565 Alma-Maheno Road, Oamaru, New ZealandFree entry for all Children must be accompanied by an adult Wear old clothes, water and dirt involved! Have a go at digging, cleaning, sorting & analysing artefacts with archaeologists from Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Check out the exhibition of archaeology posters in the Granary. Food & beverage available for purchase. No booking required,
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Young Archaeologist’s Workshop
Te Waimate Mission 344 Te Ahu Ahu Road, Waimate North, Northland, New ZealandCalling all young explorers! Join us for a free hands on archaeology workshop designed for kids aged 7 - 12 to celebrate Archaeology Week. In this workshop you will have the chance to excavate items from your own mini dig, just like a real archaeologist. In teams of two, you'll carefully uncover hidden artefacts and
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Meet an archaeologist and have a go!
Highwic House 40 Gillies Avenue, Newmarket, Auckland, New ZealandAs part of New Zealand Archaeology Week, join us at Highwic to meet some archaeologists and learn about what they do. See some of the artefacts found on site and have a go at being an archaeologist. A fun hands-on session ideal for children 7-12, accompanied by an adult. For more information contact highwic@heritage.org.nz To
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Walk Through Time Archaeology Tour
Te Waimate Mission 344 Te Ahu Ahu Road, Waimate North, Northland, New ZealandDiscover the rich history of Te Waimate Mission on our guided archaeology walk, perfect for all ages. Join us as we tour the remains of the fourth Anglican mission station and early theological college still visible on the surface. Examine the surrounding landscape to gain a deeper understanding of the area’s cultural heritage and early Māori-Pākehā encounters.
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Stone Wall Workshop
TBCA five day workshop on the conservation and repair of stone walls in Kerikeri, Northland. Day 1: Māori and European use of stone, looking at stone field sites and early European pastoral farming. Day 2: Examination of three pre 1840 stone structures to look at stone type and building methodology. Day 3-5: Practical skill workshops
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Quick Fire Archaeology Presentations
Te Awe Library 29B Brandon Street, Wellington, New ZealandSeveral quickfire archaeology presentations (5-10mins each), showcasing recent archaeology field work, sharing research interests and bringing old projects back into light. Speaker panel TBC. Free Entry.
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‘Hidden Treasure and Resistance’ Adult Presentation
Polish Heritage Trust Museum 125 Elliot Street, Auckland, Auckland, New ZealandDiscover Polish archaeologists' work in Poland and around the world, from the Iron Age Biskupin Fort, Katyn Forest and Warsaw to Egypt and South America. Come and unearth links between World War 2, Resistance and Polish New Zealanders. Adults only, contains some sensitive content. Free off-street parking, seating, tables, restrooms and wheelchair access available. Koha
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Archaeology is Rubbish!
Mercury Bay Library 22 Victoria Street, Whitianga, New ZealandThe Mercury Bay Museum in conjunction with the Mercury Bay Library present an afternoon of archaeology to celebrate New Zealand Archaeology Week. Can you discover who was here by their rubbish? Join us for an interactive session at the Mercury Bay Library, Whitianga. No booking required, free to attend - best suited for 5-15yr olds.
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‘O Mahurangi (Penlink) and beyond: The work of an archaeologist in NZ’
Whangaparāoa Library 9 Main St, Whangaparāoa, Auckland, New ZealandJoin Dr Caroline Phillips and her team for an insiders perspective of the work of an archaeological consultant in New Zealand. Archaeology is both a method of investigation and process of discovery aimed at understanding how people lived in the past. Archaeological consultants investigate heritage sites that will be damaged by earthworks such as roading,
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Archaeology and Bioanthropology Lab Tours at the University of Auckland
Univeristy of Auckland 18 Waterloo Quadrant, Auckland, New ZealandThe University of Auckland will be offering guided tours of the new Archaeology and Biological Anthropology Laboratories. Small group tours will run every 30 minutes from 4pm and anthropologists will be in the atrium of Building 201 to answer your questions! Please book in advance via EventBrite: https://uoa-anthro-tours.eventbrite.com Anthropology Laboratories University of Auckland – Building
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Conservation Open House
TBCJoin Heritage Preservation and Field Support Solutions (HPFS Solutions) for a tour of their studio facilities where they will showcase some of the recent archaeological materials undergoing study and conservation. Location and details to be sent after registration. Maximum number of attendees is 15. Please note the spaces are wheelchair accessible with the exception of the
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An Archaeological Quiz Night!
The Bog 387 George Street, Dunedin, New ZealandJoin us for an exciting evening of exploration and discovery at our Archaeology Week Pub Quiz! Whether you're a seasoned archaeologist, casual enthusiast, or simply curious about the past, this event is for you! Come with your friends, enjoy a pint, and see who can dig up the most answers. To register a team
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Kā taoka o Tiwai – Treasures of Tiwai
Tūhura Otago Museum 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, New ZealandStone Artefact Cataloguing Around the time of the 1969-1971 construction of the Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter, the McFarlanes, a young family interested in archaeology, explored Tiwai Point and recovered numerous stone artefacts. Treasured by the family for many years, these artefacts are now finding their way south again. To help that a team of the
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Archaeology Week Kids Day
Tūhura Otago Museum 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, New ZealandHave you ever wondered what it’s like to be an archaeologist? For Archaeology Week 2025, join Heritage New Zealand staff to try your hand at sorting, cleaning, cataloguing, and investigating some Dunedin artefacts that are over 100 years old! We’ll also try out dressing up as an archaeologist—photos encouraged! There will be a range of
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Ōtautahi Christchurch Festival of Archaeology
Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New ZealandHeritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and Christchurch Archaeology Project bring you the Ōtautahi Festival Archaeology on 10 May 2025 at Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House. This will be a FREE outside event for families celebrating our national Archaeology Week and will run from 11am-3pm Have a go at excavation, sorting, and assembling broken china.
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Digging Into the Past: Become an Archaeologist for the day!
Auckland Museum The Auckland Domain, Auckland, New ZealandHave you ever wondered what it is like to be an archaeologist? What is archaeology? What do archaeologists do? Join us at Auckland Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira during Archaeology Week! This family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to become an archaeologist for the day and explore the fascinating world of uncovering history. Archaeology is all
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Archaeology Day Fyffe House
Fyffe House 62 Avoca St, Kaikoura, New Zealand"Finders Aren't Keepers" Discover the archaeology of our area and the underlying principles of what you do if you find something and why. Hands on activities which include navigating an archaeology trail on site, making cyanotypes and exploring our archaeology collection. In partnership with Kaikoura Museum. Suitable for all ages Free Event No bookings required,
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Discover Hidden Treasures – family craft workshop
Polish Heritage Trust Museum 125 Elliot Street, Auckland, Auckland, New ZealandDiscover an Iron Age lake fort, Vikings and the hidden jewels of an emperor in Poland as part of NZ Archaeology Week 2025. Poland has a long and rich history of fossils and artefacts buried in its rich multi-cultural heritage. Learn how some fascinating discoveries were made by ordinary people. See a re-created open air
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