APPO HOCTON: New Zealand’s First Chinese Immigrant

Learn the story of New Zealand’s first Chinese immigrant, Wong Ah Poo Hoc Ting (Appo Hocton) who arrived in Nelson in 1842.

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Maria Ivanova
Local Pūrākau: Interactive Story-telling

Using traditional story-telling skills, the Museum Educator brings to life local pūrākau, stories and histories.

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Rakaihautū and Rotoiti / Y5-8

The pūrākau of Rakaihautū's exploration of the southern lakes is told in active story-telling.

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The Nelson Tenths / Native Tenths Agreement /Y7-10)

This experience takes students through a reenactment of the kōrero between NZ Company representatives and Tangata / Mana Whenua of Te Tauihu.

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The Wreck of the Delaware: Bravery in the Storm / Y1-4

This is an interactive Story Telling of the heroic feats of local woman, Huria Matenga, her husband Hemi and local man Hohapata Kahupuku, who saved 9 lives from the Delaware Shipwreck in 1863.

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Mystery Box / Y3-6

This is all about critical thinking, communication, listening to others, sharing ideas, observational skills and making connections.

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Taonga in the Museum / Tau 0–13

Explore the Local Histories Gallery to identify and learn about the taonga on display.

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Digital Learning Kete

An online resource with digital materials for use in the classroom.

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