Join 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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The 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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Join 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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The trowel is most commonly used by archaeologists for excavation, but how well can you throw one? This event is hosted by the Auckland Archaeological Society. Come and try your luck, and perhaps win a prize! Find us in Albert Park (near the rotunda).
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Join us for an inaugural seminar series celebrating the kaupapa and inspiration of the late Ian W.G. Smith (1954-2020). Smith spent much of his notable career researching sealing in the Southern Ocean by Māori, Moriori and Europeans and, in the process, became a leading figure in the archaeology of marine mammals and in the establishment
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"Brigid is highly qualified in archaeology and anthropology and has a Bachelor's degree in Earth Science as a Cardiff degree in Conversation and Museums - she has worked with Time Team UK and Heritage Rescue Aotearoa. Come and listen to her talk about the importance of local archaeology; why modern day museums are the foundation
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Join 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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A series of short talks by Dunedin archaeologists, each presenting their favourite find. Talks will be followed by a relaxed meet and greet session when the audience can have a closer look at the finds and have a chat with the archaeologists. Location: Dunningham Suite, Dunedin Public Library Free Event
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This year we continue the tradition of an Archsoc pub quiz. Get together a team, and participate for a chance to win the golden trowel. RSVP can be found here Open to all Venue - Shadows Bar
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Have 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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Stone Artefact Cataloguing Please Note the Change of Date for this Event. 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
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Heritage 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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EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Have 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
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"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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In the nineteenth century, the site of Dunedin’s new hospital was one of the most densely occupied residential areas in the city. Come for a guided walk of Dunedin’s Northern Cemetery to hear about the lives of some of the block’s earliest inhabitants, and to learn what our ongoing archaeological investigations have revealed. Free event
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Discover 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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Tai timu, tai pari: the ebb and flow between people and place, engaging and shaping of environments through time. The 2025 New Zealand Archaeological Conference will be held in Mount Maunganui from Tuesday 15th July – Friday 18th July. Registration Registration has now closed. For late registration enquiries please email archaeologistln@heritage.org.nz Venue Club Mount Maunganui
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One upon a time... A little girl lived in this house and she grew up to be a famous author named Katherine Mansfield. About 90 years after her family moved out of the house, a society was formed to buy this house and restore it to celebrate her. But how did they know what to
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Bring your keen, young explorer for a hands-on archaeology workshop designed for kids aged 7 and up*. This year it’s all about ‘finds’. As well as making our own ancient artefacts, we’ll excavate our own mini digs, sorting all our finds into categories and examining their significance, just like a real archaeologist. Who knows what
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Piece together the past with an archaeological treasure hunt. Follow the clues to find hidden artefacts, find and identify Makers Marks and document your discovery. Suitable for children 5 – 15 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Food and beverages for purchase. Free event. Contact: Jacqui Allison totaramanager@heritage.org.nz
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Join us on a fascinating tour of the remains of Aotearoa New Zealand's 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. Our knowledgeable host will share stories about the site's past, bringing
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Walk through Time Archaeology Tour with visitor host Sandy Johnson. With archaeology displays, quizzes and afternoon tea. Small groups of 15-20 per tour. Cost: $28 adults; $18 members and children 12-18. Saturday 2 May and Saturday 9 May 1pm-4pm For urther information: Contact Jo Danilo- Garbacki at: jdanilo-garbacki@heritage.org.nz
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Brief Description: Central Whanganui has a rich history of occupation and use by both Māori, and European settlers, before 1900. Join archaeologist and heritage consultant Hamish Crimp, and historian and Whanganui District Council heritage planner Scott Flutey, for an archaeological walking tour of this historic landscape. Explore significant sites including Rutland and York Stockades, the river
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“Finders aren’t keepers” Discover the archaeology of our area and the underlying principles of what you do if you find something and why. Suitable for all ages. Free event. No booking required Contact : Ann McCaw at amccaw@heritage.org.nz
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Join archaeologist Caroline Phillips to view artefacts and learn about what has been found and what has not been found. This talk will be followed by a walk around Highwic. Cost: Adults $10, children and HNZPT members free. Booking required: Numbers limited. Bookings essential - https://Highwicarchaeologytalk.eventbrite.co.nz
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“All seems so lovely because all is home” wrote Katherine Mansfield to Ida Baker, April 1918. “Home” is both a physical place, and a concept of safety, comfort, and belonging. In her work as an archaeologist Mary O'Keeffe has explored the idea of “home”: what places and areas in New Zealand have different people called home
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Discover an Iron Age lake fort, Vikings and the hidden jewels of an emperor in Poland as part of NZ Archaeology Week 2026. 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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Historian Elizabeth Cox will talk about the wonderful plan of Wellington created by surveyor Thomas Ward in the late 19th century. “Ward documented hotels, theatres, oyster saloons, brothels, shops, stables, Parliament, prisons, the ‘lunatic asylum’, the hospital, and remnants of Māori kāinga.” Archaeologist Mary O’Keeffe will also talk about other 19th century survey plans and
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Meet at the Little Shoal Bay entrance to the reserve, off Council Terrace, Northcote. Join our community parks team for a free guided walk through the beautiful Le Roys Bush. Discover the fascinating native flora and fauna that call this reserve home, and gain insight into the Māori and European history connected to this special
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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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As part of Archaeology Week, we are open: Wed 6th May - Sat 9th May 10 am - 4pm with fossils on display and sand tables for children to explore being an archaeologist. Walk our mine tunnel and find the fossils embedded there! Also a special Virtual Reality Experience that takes you down under the
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Discover 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. Cost:
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Join Heritage Preservation this Archaeology Week, in partnership with the New Zealand Archaeological Association, for an engaging introduction to how archaeological collections are cared for in Aotearoa. We’re opening our studio for a special presentation and guided tour focused on caring for archaeological collections. Designed for the general public - with a particular appeal to
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Speaker: James L. Flexner Venue: Hutton Lecture Theatre, Tuhara Otago Museum Time: 5pm for drinks and nibbles (cash bar) Talk starts at 5.30pm Fees: Free to attend - online option available Topic Ian Smith, along with his partner Angela Middleton, made a remarkable contribution to the historical archaeology of Polynesian missions, among many other accomplishments.
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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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A Stone wall workshop with Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Area Manager Bill Edwards at Edmonds Ruins, Kerikeri. Lessons given in stonewalling, how to lay a stone wall that looks good and will be structurally sound. Need a good level of fitness, work boots and gloves. Cost: $250 for two days instruction, lunch and drinks
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An outside event for families to celebrate Archaeology Week, Have a go at excavation, sorting and writing up. Examine real artefacts from archaeologists and the Canterbury Museum. There will be archaeology theme facepainting for children and storytime. Complete your archaeologist booklet and you will have a chance to create your own Festival of Archaeology badge
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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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Walk through Time Archaeology Tour with visitor host Sandy Johnson. With archaeology displays, quizzes and afternoon tea. Small groups of 15-20 per tour. Cost: $28 adults; $18 members and children 12-18. Saturday 2 May and Saturday 9 May 1pm-4pm For urther information: Contact Jo Danilo- Garbacki at: jdanilo-garbacki@heritage.org.nz
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