Education
Learn about our nation's defining stories at the places where history happened
Make history come alive for your ākonga through active, hands on learning at Tohu Whenua, the places that tell our nation's most important stories. While all Tohu Whenua landmarks provide a high level of on-site storytelling, many Tohu Whenua provide additional support specifically tailored to the needs of teachers and students. Opportunities include immersive, curriculum-driven education programmes provided by experienced educators, interactive online teaching resources, guided tours that can be shaped to suit the needs of your class, and accommodation opportunities for camps.
Aotearoa New Zealand Histories: The Big Ideas and Tohu Whenua
Find the Tohu Whenua that suits your teaching needs. We've matched Tohu Whenua landmarks that relate to each of the Big Ideas in Aotearoa New Zealand Histories, and the more detailed Understand, Know and Do sections.
Years 1–3
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Years 4-6
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Years 7-8
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Years 9-10
Download Resource Yrs 9 10Enriching Local Curriculum at Tohu Whenua landmarks
Book a hassle-free visit to a Tohu Whenua landmark with highly experienced educators who bring the past to life for your ākonga. Enriching local curriculum (ELC) programmes are interactive, curriculum-linked and can be tailored to suit learning objectives. Pre- and post-visit resources are available on request. Virtual field trips and outreach programmes may also be available. Several providers can organise visits at a number of different Tohu Whenua places.
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Learn about our nation's bicultural history at the place where Te Tiriti o Waitangi was first signed
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Marsden Valley Education Centre
Learn about the West Coast's colourful history at Brunner Mine, Hokitika, Reefton, Waiuta and Denniston.
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Lakes District Museum & Gallery
Learn about Chinese and European gold mining in Arrowtown and the importance of the historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge.
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Regional education opportunities
Find education opportunities at Tohu Whenua in your region. Simply go to the 'Learning Resources' section for each individual Tohu Whenua place and click on the links provided.
