Blenheim Family History Group Open Day
Thursday 15 May 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm
Brayshaw Park, 26 Arthur Baker Place, Redwoodtown, Blenheim

Curious about your family history? Drop in to meet the Blenheim Family History Group and pick up expert tips on tracing your ancestry. Whether you're just starting or have hit a roadblock in your research, their knowledgeable members are here to help.

If you have any questions please reach out to the Heritage Marlborough team, [email protected]

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Pakohe Kōrero with Ngakau
Thursday 15 May 2025 2:00pm
Te Kete Aronui, Te Hoiere, at the entrance to Te Wahi Tōpuni, Havelock

Discover the history of Te Hoiere and the connections Ngāti Kuia has to pakohe (argillite). This kōrero, held at the newly opened Kete Aronui, explores the stories, taonga, and cultural significance of pakohe in the region.

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Grid: The Life and Times of First World War Fighter Ace
Thursday 15 May 2025 6:00pm
Church of the Nativity, 76 Alfred St, Blenheim

Join military historian Dr Adam Claasen as he shares insights from his latest book, Grid: The Life and Times of First World War Fighter Ace Keith Caldwell. Learn more about how Adam used new archival sources and hear about the life of exciting life of Keith Caldwell, who was the Commander at Woodbourne during the Second World War.

Please email any questions to: [email protected]
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Town Walk with Peter Meihana
Saturday 17 May, 10am
Blenheim CBD, Outside of Te Kahu o Waipuna,15 High Street, Blenheim

Take a step back in time with Dr Peter Meihana as he leads a guided walk through Wairau's history. Discover the stories of the people, places, and events that have shaped the town into what it is today.

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‘History from the Grave’ - Havelock Cemetery Tour
Saturday 17 May 2025 10:00am and 2:00pm
Havelock Cemetery, 1 Slogan Street, Havelock

Join family historian Don Auckram, author of History from the Grave: A History of Havelock and the Pelorus District of Marlborough, for a guided tour of Havelock’s historic cemetery. Over three years of research have uncovered fascinating local stories—don’t miss this chance to hear them firsthand. Copies of Don's new book will be available for purchase.

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Ngā Kōrero o Motuweka
Sunday 18 May 2025 10:00am
Havelock Cemetery, 1 Slogan Street, Havelock

Join Ruihana Smith for Ngā Kōrero o Motuweka, a guided walk along the Motuweka pathway to learn the Māori history and stories of the area.

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