The University of Auckland is showcasing archaeology at the MOTAT Science Street Fair from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at MOTAT 1 (the Great North Road site). Our stall "Anthropology in Action" includes a sandpit dig, a total station, Nariokotome bones laid out and a few shoebox digs. There's lots of activities for everyone to get involved!
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An opportunity to see the waka hull recovered from Papanui Inlet, talk with the archaeologists and whānau involved with the ongoing archaeological work at the site, and to visit the marae museum, which contains a small collection of artefacts collected from the peninsula and greater harbour area. 1pm: Mihi – Welcome 1.15pm: Waka viewing and kōrero
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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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