An aged white marble headstone carved with the image of two hands clasped together surrounded by ivy vine motifs.
Fully booked

Our Fair Ladies

Embark on a captivating journey through the history buried in Karori Cemetery with our tour showcasing the remarkable lives of Wellington's women.

Join us as we delve into inspiring stories from businesswomen, radio personalities, stewardesses, a dentist and more. This tour offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the resilience, creativity and empowerment of women at a time when a woman couldn't have a bank account in her own name.

Be inspired by the incredible impact of these women's lives in early Wellington.

Health & Safety

Please dress appropriately for the conditions on the day of the tour. While we do our best to guide you on a safe walking route, the ground can become slippery in places. Some of our walks require a moderate degree of fitness and are not suited for those with limited mobility. Please read the tour descriptions carefully to check that they will be suitable for you. Karori Cemetery does contain some hazards. A health and safety briefing will be given at the start of our tours.

Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.

Location
Karori Cemetery, 76 Old Karori Road, Karori, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Tags

Walking Tour

Event times

Fully booked

2-3:30pm Sun 27 Oct

Booking required

Cost: $10

Event hosts

Friends of Karori Cemetery

The Friends of Karori Cemetery Inc was formed in early 2020 The Friends have a close working relationship with the Cemetery management team, and with the WCC. The WCC aspire to progressively develop the heritage aspects of the Cemetery, and one of the Friend’s main objectives is to support and assist the WCC achieve this. The Friends are a wholly volunteer–based organisation with an elected Committee which provides leadership and governance. We support the preservation, protection and enhancement of the heritage, recreational and ecological aspects of Karori Cemetery, we promote public interest in the Cemetery and support and undertake research into the history of the Cemetery and those interred in it.

Email: info@friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz

Website: http://friendsofkaroricemetery.co.nz