Heritage Talk - Hobson's Choice

The story of New Zealand’s first colonial capital.
Archaeologist Dr James Robinson will present a historical and archaeological perspective on the history of Okiato Point in the Bay of Islands. This was the site Governor William Hobson chose as New Zealand's capital in 1840.

Free entry.
No booking is required. Seating is strictly limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is held in the Cafler Suite at Forum North.

Picture above is a pencil drawing by Mathew Felton showing Government House at Okiato Point, Bay of Islands, 6 April 1840. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington 22331599.

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