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THE WESTLAND DISTRICT IS STEEPED IN MAORI HISTORY INDELIBLY STAMPED IN THE STONE MAORI CALL POUNAMU

Te Tai Poutini - the South Island's West Coast - unsurpassed by it's beautiful coastal and mountain scenery finally reveals another of its treasures. A reawakening of its rich history in Maori occupation.

You can connect with local Maori history in a traditional and contemporary format at Hokitika's attraction of choice – Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre, located by the Town Clock. Relax with us in a roomy atmosphere with warm comfortable surroundings, quality information and plenty of audio-visual content.

You can learn much more about New Zealands icon stone our Maori people call pounamu at Hokitikas newest attraction – Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre

Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
39 Weld Street & 27 Sewell Street - Town Clock Corner
PO Box 90 HOKITIKA 7842

Tel: +64 3 755 8304
Fax: +64 3 755 8306

Email: info@maoriheritage.co.nz

Open 365 days of the year from 8:30am to 5:00pm with extended hours from September through April.

Free Entry — See us by the Town Clock in Hokitika