Mapping Wellington: Mr Ward and the other chaps

Mon May 04 2026 at 05:00 pm to 06:00 pm

Antrim House | Wellington

Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga
Publisher/HostHeritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga
Mapping Wellington: Mr Ward and the other chaps
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Join us for a fun dive into Wellington's history with Mr Ward and his mates mapping out the city’s nooks and crannies.
About this Event

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 how they can add context for archaeologists.

This event is part of New Zealand Archaeology Week 2026.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Antrim House, 63 Boulcott Street, Wellington, New Zealand

Tickets

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