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WAITANGI TREATY GROUNDS ’s most important historic site Carved Meeting House Cultural Performances

Treaty House

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Museum Whare Cafe Entrance P War Canoes Kia ora & welcome Waitangi Treaty Grounds Waitangi weaves together the strands welcomes you on a cultural and stories of many peoples, events and places to reveal the rich cultural journey of discovery through history of our nation, offering an Aotearoa New Zealand’s inspiring and meaningful experience most important historic site. for every visitor. The award-winning Waitangi Discover the story of Aotearoa Treaty Grounds is our nation’s New Zealand, of two peoples coming first National Historic together under the , Landmark and an absolute Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The journey of must-do for all visitors to New Zealand begins here. the Bay of Islands. Walk through history as you delight in an authentic and interactive cultural experience exploring this place central to our nation’s heritage.

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Guided tours Take a walk through New Zealand’s history on an informative guided tour of the expansive Treaty Grounds with one of our friendly, experienced local guides. Discover the amazing stories, people and events that shaped the past, present and future of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Treaty House The Treaty House at Waitangi is the former home of the first British Resident in New Zealand, , and his family. In the meticulously restored Treaty House, a modern interpretive experience offers insights into the significant events that took place at Waitangi. Cultural Performances Traditional song and dance formance Our live Māori cultural per is world-class, with an authentic, high- energy concert inside the beautifullyou carved meeting house that will leave y spellbound. Experience waiata (songs), learn about traditional weaponry and witness New Zealand’s famous (war dance).

Carved Māori Meeting House Te Whare Rūnanga (the House of Assembly) is a beautifully carved meeting house designed in traditional form for all the peoples of New Zealand. The meeting house reflects the stories and carving styles of , or tribes, from across New Zealand. Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi The Museum of Waitangi holds a stunning collection of stories and (treasured objects) that bring to life the history of Waitangi and the Treaty of Waitangi, the founding document of New Zealand. Discover world class interactive displays and enjoy our temporary gallery with touring exhibitions from museums and galleries around New Zealand.

New Museum Opening February 2020

Waitangi’s much anticipated new museum will commemor service and sacrifice of Māoriate thein the NZ Armed Forces, sharing st of heroism, loss and restor ories from the world wars andation subsequent conflicts. Carving Studio Traditional Māori arts Carving is a celebrated expression of both storytelling and art in Māori culture, and the carving studio at Waitangi is a unique opportunity to meet kaiwhakairo (carvers), see live demonstrations and learn about traditional and modern forms of wood carving (whakairo). Gift Shop Our gift shop offers a wide selection of New Zealand mementos, featuring high quality Māori carvings, locally designed artwork and gifts, beautiful handcrafted jewellery and ornaments, New Zealand books and ‘’ souvenirs. Waitangi is home to the world’s lar gest ceremonial war canoe, named Ngātokimatawhaorua. A tasty break The 37.5m waka holds up Whare Waka Café to 150 paddlers and is launched every year in February to commemor Whare Waka Café is located in the heart of the ate Treaty Grounds and provides the perfect setting for a . coffee or meal break during your visit. Enjoy delicious local cuisine, great coffee and a wide selection of New Zealand wines and craft beers. See and do it all For the complete Waitangi experience, our Day Pass Experience gives you access to the many features of New Zealand’s most important Waitangi historic site. 3 hours recommended

Adult $50.00 NZ resident (ID required) $25.00 Child* (up to 18 years) Free *Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Price not valid for schools or groups Enjoy an inspiring and interactive full day cultural experience! Available Daily (Except Day & 6th February) • Informative guided tour with a local guide (50 minutes) Daily Schedule: • High-energy Māori cultural performance (30 minutes) • Entry to Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi Guided Tours • Time to explore Waitangi’s heritage buildings, such as Depart regularly during opening hours the Treaty House (home to the first British Resident) and Te Whare Rūnanga (Carved Meeting House) Cultural Performances • Live demonstrations in our Carving Studio 26 December to 29 February • Experience the world’s largest ceremonial war canoe 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm • Film introduction to Waitangi and its history 01 March to 24 December Full access to New Zealand’s most important historic site 11am, 1pm & 3pm and Treaty Grounds, valid for two consecutive days. Enjoy an exceptional the real taste of NZ evening of immersive Māori culture, including a captivating live Māori Hāngi performance and a delicious hāngi dinner, & Concert cooked in an earth oven.

Adult $120.00 Child* (up to 15 years) $55.00 Child* (under 5 years) FREE Free Transfers available** *Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Price not valid for schools or groups. **Complimentary pick up and drop off from area accommodation available. Our Hāngi & Concert experience offers Māori culture and cuisine at its best! Your evening begins at Whare Waka Café, after a day of exploring at your leisure. • Mix and mingle as you enjoy a complimentary drink and meet your host for the evening • Discover the ancient cooking technique of the hāngi – earth oven – with our experienced chefs • Follow your host on a journey through time, experiencing the thrill of a traditional warrior challenge • Be enthralled by the captivating talents of our cultural performers in a special evening show • Return to the café for a delicious hāngi meal of meats, vegetables, breads, salads and dessert.

Available: 1 October to 30 April Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday, 6pm – 8.30pm (Subject to minimum numbers. Maximum of 60) Book Today WAITANGI 0800 9248 2644 (Free phone within NZ) +64 9 402 7437 (International calls) TREATY [email protected] www.waitangi.org.nz GROUNDS @waitangitreatygrounds New Zealand’s most important historic site @waitangitreatygrounds

Opening Hours

Open daily except Christmas Day (25th December) & Waitangi Day (6th February) 26 December to 29 February: 9am – 6pm 1 March to 24 December: 9am – 5pm On 6 February (Waitangi Day), the buildings are closed and the grounds are the location of a free public festival. Directions: Waitangi Treaty Grounds are located in the Bay of Islands, just three hours drive north of Auckland. From the nearest town of Paihia we are an easy 25 minute walk along the beachfront or a two minute drive with convenient free parking outside our main entrance.

Waitangi Treaty Grounds receives no operational funding from government or any other external sources and relies on admission fees to take care of the grounds and its heritage buildings. Terms & Conditions: Prices in this brochure are valid to October 2020 Bookings may be cancelled without penalty up to 48 hours before date of travel. Cancellations within 48 hours of date of travel or a no show may be charged in full. Promotions or special prices are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to the terms and conditions stated in each promotion, which may differ from offer to offer. In the unlikely event that a booked experience is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, Waitangi Treaty Grounds will refund the paid amount in full. WAITANGI 2020.