22 Oct 2024
This year’s Wellington Heritage Festival offers a unique opportunity to delve into the history and future of one of Wellington’s most iconic landmarks—the National War Memorial Carillon.
Built in 1932, the Carillon has stood tall in the city’s skyline for over 90 years. Now, it’s undergoing its most significant seismic strengthening project to date.
On Saturday, 26 October, join Studio Pacific’s Heritage Architect, Lianne Cox, for an insightful talk exploring the architectural journey of the Carillon, from its original design to the ongoing strengthening efforts. Lianne will guide us through the tower’s history, its 75 bells, and the intricate details that make the Carillon a key feature of Wellington’s heritage.
The event will be held at the Pukeahu Education Centre, which will open its doors from 11am to 2:30pm to showcase an array of photographic, digital, and audio resources about the Carillon. You’ll also be able to view reproductions of the original blueprints, kindly provided by Wellington City Archives.
Please note that due to the ongoing seismic work, the Carillon itself is not open to the public at this time.
Date: Saturday, 26 October
Pukeahu Education Centre Open Hours: 11am – 2:30pm
Talk with Lianne Cox: 2:30pm – 4pm
Come and discover the history of one of Wellington’s most beloved structures, while learning about the crucial work being done to preserve it for future generations.
One of Wellington's most iconic landmarks—the National War Memorial Carillon.