Kaipara punt, which belonged to the late Flora Thirkettle, will become a feature in the Museum’s ‘Kaipara Room’.
The Te Awaroa Helensville Museum is redesigning its displays to grip the attention of a wider audience, support the school curriculum, encourage and enable whanau research and to promote inclusivity.
“Telling the stories that are our own is what gives us our point of difference, but we are yet to highlight those stories. Signage within the museum and the lack of Maori content are among areas to be improved. The first Native Land Court in New Zealand, the second largest natural harbour in the southern hemisphere, and the irreversible alteration of our district by timber felling, are amongst the many stories waiting to be told.
In order to tell these stories, we need to look at the museum in its entirety and ensure that all of our parts are more than just a display of ‘old things’ and more of a series of well-told tales. Through the use of strategically placed artifacts, signage, interactive displays and digital media we will take you on a journey of the Southern Kaipara.”
Come along on Sunday 26th January at 10.30 and find out more about the Museum’s plans, view the current exhibits and learn more about what you can do to make it happen.
