Unearthing the story behind Wellington's cemeteries
Published on Wellington City Council website - 27 May 2025
In Pōneke, the story of our cemeteries mirrors the evolution of the city itself and how we've grown, changed, and shaped our communities over time.
Services like Wellington City Archives help bring that history to life, giving us a chance to explore the lives of those who came before us in our city. Visitors will be able to access these archives both in person and online in Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui when it opens in March 2026. There will be spaces designed to explore knowledge and connections to the people, land, and culture of Wellington.
Read on to learn about the history of Wellington’s cemeteries, an example of the stories you can find within the archives. Read more.....