Howick Historic Village
Howick Historical Village is a living history museum located in Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga, Auckland. Spanning seven acres of heritage gardens, the Village authentically recreates a colonial settlement from 1840 to 1880, offering visitors an immersive glimpse into early settler life. The site features over 30 original and reconstructed buildings, including fencible cottages, a schoolhouse, a church, a blacksmith’s forge, and a general store, each furnished with period-appropriate artifacts.
Visitors can explore these historic structures at their own pace or participate in interactive experiences. On scheduled “Live Days,” costumed volunteers demonstrate traditional crafts such as butter churning, candle making, and blacksmithing, bringing the past vividly to life. The Village also hosts workshops and educational programs tailored for schools and groups, emphasizing hands-on learning about New Zealand’s colonial heritage.
Amenities include the Homestead Café, offering refreshments in a charming setting, and a gift shop stocked with New Zealand-made products, from old-fashioned sweets to handcrafted items. With its commitment to preserving and showcasing the region’s history, Howick Historical Village serves as both an educational resource and a delightful destination for all ages.
Lloyd Elsmore Park
Bells Road
Pakuranga
Auckland
2010
+64 9 576 9506
Visitors can explore these historic structures at their own pace or participate in interactive experiences. On scheduled “Live Days,” costumed volunteers demonstrate traditional crafts such as butter churning, candle making, and blacksmithing, bringing the past vividly to life. The Village also hosts workshops and educational programs tailored for schools and groups, emphasizing hands-on learning about New Zealand’s colonial heritage.
Amenities include the Homestead Café, offering refreshments in a charming setting, and a gift shop stocked with New Zealand-made products, from old-fashioned sweets to handcrafted items. With its commitment to preserving and showcasing the region’s history, Howick Historical Village serves as both an educational resource and a delightful destination for all ages.
Lloyd Elsmore Park
Bells Road
Pakuranga
Auckland
2010
+64 9 576 9506
