Rā Maumahara 28th October 2021

Rā Maumahara: NZ Land Wars Commemorations

The 28th of October is a day of commemorations for the Aotearoa New Zealand Land Wars including 1863-1864 British invasion of the Waikato.

Locally we remember Pā Te Rangi and the sacking of Rangiaowhia, Hairini and Ō-Rākau. Flags will be flying throughout townships within the Waipā district where possible. Check local newspapers for commemorations details.

The Museum has some limited edition Rā Maumahara buttons, if you’d like to get yours call in to the Museum and see the range!

Date: Thursday 28th October 2021

Want to know about Te Ara Wai Journeys, start your journey around the Waipā district at the Museum or on this website here, or check out the Te Ara Wai Journeys website here!

Toi Manawa Artist Events

Join the talented artists of the Toi Manawa exhibition to learn more about their creative processes!

The group artist talk on 16 Nov 2017 is free entry, the artist talk and performance on 23 Nov is gold coin donation.

Registration is essential, contact us now to reserve your place.

07 872 0085 or museum@waipadc.govt.nz

Somme Centenary Commemoration

In conjunction with the Te Awamutu and Districts RSA, the Te Awamutu Museum is hosting a commemorative service for the Battle of the Somme.

100 years ago on September 15th, the New Zealand Division entered the battlefield of the Somme.

Join members of the RSA to commemorate the sacrifice of those New Zealand men who still lie in France.

1.00pm Saturday 17th September