Historical & Cultural Sites in Whanganui
Historical and cultural sites to visit around Whanganui.
Whanganui has one of New Zealand’s most significant concentrations of heritage buildings and cultural sites, shaped by its deep Māori history and its role as a colonial river town. The Whanganui Regional Museum holds extensive taonga Māori and colonial collections, while the Sarjeant Gallery (founded 1919) is one of the country’s oldest regional art galleries. Putiki Church in Whanganui East is a celebrated example of Māori church art.
Browse all historical and cultural sites below: