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 The Waitangi Treaty Grounds, overlooking the Bay of Islands, is New Zealand's pre-eminent historic site. It is a place of belonging and enjoyment that is central to the life of the nation and special to all New Zealanders... It was here on February 6th, 1840, that the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed between Maori and the British Crown. June is Matariki month at Waitangi
Check the News and Events page for the latest on special Matariki evenings at the Treaty Grounds. ___________________________ Waitangi DayRead the background to our nation's birthday, celebrated best at our nation's birthplace! ___________________________ New Visitor CentreFollowing a long public consultation process, plans are in the Resource Consent process for the exciting new Visitor Centre at the Treaty Grounds. An overwhelming majority of public submissions favoured the plans. Learn more or comment below. Updated architect's image of new building on site Feedback to Waitangi National Trust ___________________________ What news?To read about some of the visitors and events recently at the Treaty Grounds go to our News and Events page. WINTER SHOWSSaturdays throughout winter special cultural entertainment continues at the Treaty Grounds with family group Nga Manu 0 Waitangi, while hourly audio-visual shows provide weekday entertainment. Contact our reception (09) 402 7437 ext 200 for details and times.
New shows planned for Spring promise even more reason for extending visits to the Birthplace of the Nation. Weddings
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