1 / 3He Tohu
📍 Thorndon, Wellington
He Tohu at 70 Molesworth Street, Thorndon (Wellington) is the National Library's free permanent exhibit of three founding constitutional documents of New Zealand — the 1835 Declaration of Independence, the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, and the 1893 Women's Suffrage Petition. Interactive displays in a purpose-built room.
This was an excellent exhibit the ability to interact to the extent provided really takes this out past all others. If possible I would give it a 10 rating. I am sorry but I do not have any photos. But encourage people visiting NZ and ALL NEW ZEALANDERS to visit this wonderfull exhibit of our history.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for school-age kids and teens learning about NZ history, plus adults of any background. Reviewers consistently call out the depth of interaction available — this is a quietly powerful exhibit, well-presented for visitors of all backgrounds.
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Rebecca KEENAN
8 years ago
“This was an excellent exhibit the ability to interact to the extent provided really takes this out past all others. If possible I would give it a 10 rating. I am sorry but I do not have any photos. But encourage people visiting NZ and ALL NEW ZEALANDERS to visit this wonderfull exhibit of our history.”
Joshua Ng
7 years ago
“Wonderful exhibition which provides insights into some of the important documents of New Zealand, including the Treaty of Waitangi, which is the closest to a founding document this country has. Amazing interactives and video presentation. Been back twice, will come back again.”
Penelope England
5 months ago
“An inspiring visit to the National Library with a guide to walk us through the He Tohu - A Declaration, A Treaty, A Petition. Cannot reccomend this more highly to locals and visitors. Note - arrange a guided visit as they are so knowledgeable and interesting.”
Mark Nicholas JP MBA DipPol ANZIM CFE
7 years ago
“Declaration of Independence, Treaty of Waitangi, Suffrage legislation original documents on display but more importantly a very modern transparent honest representation of the history around each. A must visit for an hour(ish)”
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Overview
He Tohu is the permanent National Library exhibit at 70 Molesworth Street, Thorndon. The exhibit displays three constitutional documents of central importance to Aotearoa New Zealand — He Whakaputanga (the Declaration of Independence, 1835), Te Tiriti o Waitangi (the Treaty of Waitangi, 1840), and the Women's Suffrage Petition (1893). Interactive displays surround the documents, with multilingual support. Free entry.
