Purewa is hosting historical tours
Did you know Purewa Cemetery is the home of famous New Zealand artist Charles Goldie, former Governor-General Sir Denis Blundell, and Marianne Caughey, founder of iconic department store Smith and Caughey, among many other founding men and women of Auckland?
Come and find out about some of these amazing early Aucklanders at Purewa during Auckland Heritage Week. We are offering FREE guided tours through the cemetery on
Sunday, 6th of October, 1-4pm
Choose from four tours led by historians:
- Business/Entrepreneurs 1.15pm
- Education/Arts 1.30pm
- Church/Medical/Military 1.45pm
- Politics/Sport 2pm
All tours leave from St John’s Lounge at Purewa Cemetery, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank
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