George Pain: Grocer, Gentleman, Generous Benefactor

From the Mate Higginson Collection: George Pain, a keen judge of horses, in his gig circa 1900

George Pain (1846-1937) merchant, farmer, business owner and philanthropist comes to life to tell us his story in his own words.

An animation of George Pain is the centrepiece of an exhibition recognising his significant contribution to the early growth of Martinborough. His name lives on in the Pain and Kershaw Supermarket but the man himself has become a footnote to history. This exhibition gives him the place he deserves in local history.

Health & Safety

The spaces in the museum building are small so wheelchair access is very limited.

There are no toilets at the museum. Public toilets are available next door.

Location

Martinborough Museum, No.7 The Square

Regions

Wairarapa

Tags

Museum

Family Activities

Self-Guided

Event times

10:30am-2:30pm Sat 25 Oct

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10:30am-2:30pm Sun 26 Oct

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10:30am-2:30pm Mon 27 Oct

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10:30am-2:30pm Sat 1 Nov

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10:30am-2:30pm Sun 2 Nov

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10:30am-2:30pm Sat 8 Nov

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10:30am-2:30pm Sun 9 Nov

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Event hosts

Martinborough Museum Trust

The museum is managed by a Charitable Trust and staffed by volunteers. Since it opened in 1978 it has been collecting, conserving and promoting local heritage. The collections are housed in charming 1894 heritage-listed building which was originally the town library. It was designed by Charles Natusch, a prominent architect in the region. The museum rooms are furnished in vintage style and include period clothing, furnishings and other artefacts. There is also an exhibition area with an interesting mix of heritage items, Maori taonga and information displays.

Email: martinborough.museum@gmail.com

Phone: 0210716064