Georgina Beyer - Diamonds are Forever | Wellington Heritage Festival

Image of Georgina Beyer by Kym Strathdee

Celebrate Georgina Beyer's extraordinary life through audio and historic images in this inspiring seated presentation. A national icon with a global impact.

Dive into the remarkable life of Georgina Beyer (1957–2023) in this inspiring one-hour seated presentation. Through live storytelling, historic images, archival audio and personal memories, discover how the world's first openly transgender MP challenged prejudice, championed equality and left an enduring legacy in Wellington, New Zealand and beyond. Booking not required.

Health & Safety

This is an indoors seated event. Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library is fully accessible, and has a comprehensive Health and Safety plan for public events.

Location

Ngā Pou Ruahine, Level 2, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library, 65 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Wellington

Tags

Talk

Accessible

Event times

1-2pm Sun 8 Nov

Free

Event hosts

Walk Tours NZ

Walk Tours NZ is a volunteer-led organisation that offers free, accessible, inclusive, and community-focused walking tours and events throughout Wellington, New Zealand, celebrating the city’s rich LGBTI rainbow heritage. The organisation began offering free walking tours during the 2017 Pride Festival and has since grown to provide a regular programme of monthly tours. In addition to guided walks, Walk Tours NZ also presents seated talks, presentations, and community events, making Wellington’s rainbow history accessible to a wide range of audiences.

Email: book.walktoursnz@gmail.com

Website: https://walktours.nz/

Wellington City Libraries

Wellington City Libraries is a network of 12 libraries, with the central library located in the beautiful Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui.

Website: https://www.wcl.govt.nz/