The Archaeology of Pukekura Park & Brooklands – A Walking Tour
Schedule
Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 04:00 am
UTC+12:00Location
Pukekura Park , New Plymouth | New Plymouth, TK
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Date: Saturday 9 May 2026Time: 2:00PM
Approx Duration: 1-1.5hrs
Location: Pukekura Park, Ngāmotu New Plymouth. Meet in front of the Bellringer Pavilion, Main Fillis Street Entrance
Officially opened in May 1876, Pukekura Park celebrates 150 years as a public park this year. Join archaeologist and Heritage Taranaki chairperson Hamish Crimp for a walking tour of Pukekura Park & neighbouring Brooklands. Learn about the many archaeological features that contribute to the rich history of this special landscape in the heart of Ngāmotu New Plymouth. Highlights include sites associated with the 1860s Taranaki Wars, the 1840s Brooklands homestead, and many others.
Free, koha appreciated
No registration required – just turn up on the day!
Walk includes some hills, steps and uneven surfaces – please wear appropriate footwear.
See our website for more information: https://heritagetaranaki.com/archaeology-week-2026/
This event is part of NZAA Archaeology Week 2026: https://nzarchaeology.org/news-events/national-archaeology-week-2026-2
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