Three flags in front of a shelf of books

The U.S. Marine Corps in Masterton

A tour of the Solway Showground with a talk about the history of the USMC in Masterton 1942-43.

In February 1943, a battalion of the United States Marine Corps arrived in Masterton and camped at the Solway Showgrounds. Hear their stories and see where they camped and lived in a showground that has changed very little since their stay.

Health & Safety

The tour takes you through the showgrounds that, while flat, are grass. Health and safety briefing to be given at start of tour.

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

Location
Solway Showgrounds, corner of Fleet and York Street, Masterton

Regions

Wairarapa

Tags

Walking Tour
Accessible

Event times

9-10am Sun 17 Nov


Booking requiredFree

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Wairarapa Archive

The Wairarapa Archive is the regions community archive and is dedicated to collecting and preserving Wairarapa’s unique heritage. Established in 1989, the archive holds a range of heritage resources of the Wairarapa region.

Email: archives@library.mstn.govt.nz

Phone: 063706311