New Zealand The treaty Grounds Waitangi, Northland, North Island
Signing of Treaty of Waitangi[edit]
Elizabeth II in Waitangi, December 1953
The Treaty of Waitangi proper began on 5 February 1840 when a public meeting was held on the grounds in front of James Busby's residence. Lieutenant Governor Hobson read a proposed document to the 300 or so European and Māori who were in attendance and then provided the Māori chiefs an opportunity to speak. Initially, a large number of chiefs (including Te Kemara, Rewa and Moka Te Kainga-mataa) spoke against accepting the Crown's proposition to rule over Aotearoa.
Elizabeth II in Waitangi, December 1953
The Treaty of Waitangi proper began on 5 February 1840 when a public meeting was held on the grounds in front of James Busby's residence. Lieutenant Governor Hobson read a proposed document to the 300 or so European and Māori who were in attendance and then provided the Māori chiefs an opportunity to speak. Initially, a large number of chiefs (including Te Kemara, Rewa and Moka Te Kainga-mataa) spoke against accepting the Crown's proposition to rule over Aotearoa.
Photography Tips
A peaceful spot
Travel Information
There is a cost to visit the grounds but the tour and the museum is very informative
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Just a few people
Best Timing
Summer
Sunrise & Sunset
06:05 - 20:40
| current local time: 16:13
Photo Themes
Flag Pole
historic site
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