Treaty House

The Treaty House features a traditional colonial architecture with white walls, a verandah, and multiple wings added during different construction phases.

Constructed in 1833 for James Busby, the British Resident, the Treaty House became the site where Māori chiefs signed the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.

The grounds include a carved meeting house and a large war canoe named Ngā Toki Matawhaorua, representing both British and Māori heritage.

Visitors can explore the museum inside the house, which displays artifacts and information about the Treaty of Waitangi and 19th-century daily life.

A flagstaff marks the exact location where the Treaty of Waitangi was signed, making this spot fundamental to New Zealand's constitutional history.

GPS coordinates: -35.26580,174.08160

Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:17