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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).Read more

Come and explore Piha’s history on a self led scavenger hunt visiting key archaeological sites around Piha. Visit Piha Community Library during Archaeology Week to collect your map and get hunting! Prize for every completed map and spot prizes for #selfieswithsites! PLUS – a ‘sandpit’ dig for the littlies on May 3rd from 10am at theRead more

“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 foundationRead more

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 eventRead more

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 establishmentRead more

Where History Flows (open to join- self-guided walk/bike track) Travel the Carters beach to Kawatiri River trail -to find information on Māori Archaeological Sites – take a photo on the trail-upload to; rama@kawatirimuseum.co.nz with your name and contact details receive a virtual certificate & drop into The Museum of Kawatiri for info. Images will beRead more

Discovering What Lies Beneath: Shell Taxonomy at The Museum of Kawatiri 6th and 8th may shell taxonomy (fully booked) PACT student inclusive learning module shell taxonomy /Māori middens Kawatiri (fully booked) Shell images (realistic or hand-drawn) Shell names (scrambled) including English and Te Reo Māori   Show case of Māori Artefacts from Kawatiri Carters Beach.Read more

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  Read more