Set in over five acres, this ‘living museum’ presents life in a Fencible village during the early European settlement of Auckland. The Village has one of the most extensive collections of early colonial buildings in New Zealand including raupo cottages, schools, Fencible cottages, a church, blacksmiths shop, and general store - over 30 buildings of the 1840 - 1880 period, which have been restored by volunteer members of the Howick and Districts Historical Society.
A costumed guide is on hand to welcome visitors and interpret how the Fencibles lived and worked. Alternatively, visitors can stroll around the Village on their own and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this unique attraction.
Special ‘Live Days’ are held on the third Sunday of every month (except December), when up to 30 volunteers dress up as villagers and do daily village tasks.
There is a Village Shop for you to buy some toys of yesteryear, tea towels and other tourist merchandise.
There is also the "Homestead Cafe", where you can enjoy lunch or afternoon tea.
Times and Prices
Daily 10:00am with last admission at 4:00pm.
Closed Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day.
Adults $13nz / Child $7nz
Location
Bells Rd (Off Pakuranga Rd), Pakuranga, Auckland
Tel: +9 576 9506
How to Get There
Bus route 51 from Downtown takes about 50mins
Bus route 51x from Downtown takes about 35mins
**Ask driver to tell you when you reach the village or you could miss your stop!!
External Links
Howick Historical Village official Web Site
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