Massey Memorial

Massey Memorial is a marble monument on Point Halswell in Wellington consisting of seven columns arranged in a semicircle. A marble pathway leads from this colonnade down to an underground chamber situated beneath a central dome.

Completed in 1930, the memorial honors William Ferguson Massey who served as Prime Minister from 1912 until his death in 1925. His lengthy tenure shaped a transformative period in the nation's development.

The memorial carries the name of a leader whose impact shaped the nation during a pivotal era. Visitors walking through the columns notice the inscriptions carved into marble surfaces that mark his service and legacy.

The memorial is accessible via well-maintained pathways, with parking available and informative signage at the entrance. The hilltop location offers views across the harbor and can be visited in most weather conditions.

The memorial was built on the site of a World War I fort, with the original gun pit converted into a marble-lined vault beneath the dome. This transformation merges military history with a place of remembrance.

Location: Wellington City

Website: http://nzhistory.net.nz/media/photo/massey-memorial

GPS coordinates: -41.28503,174.82599

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:55