We are a group of volunteers who seek to promote public interest in the Cemetery which is the second largest in New Zealand covering 100 acres. Our purpose is to advocate for and develop the heritage and ecological values of Karori Cemetery, and to assist with grave/plot restoration.
We offer tours and grave finding assistance on the first Sunday of each month. Check our Events page for details
September News
WELLINGTON HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The programme for 2024 is now live. See all of the wonderful events, including a number of tours from us on their website:
https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz
VIDEO TOUR
We have two new videos on Youtube showing more of what the cemetery looks like, in case you’re curious and not able to visit:
https://www.youtube.com/@friendsofkaroricemetery674
MONTHLY WORKING BEES
- We have restarted our monthly Sunday afternoon working bee programme (weather permitting!). If you would like to join us or want to find out more about it please email: [email protected]
- We’re still running weekly Tuesday morning working bees. Get in touch if you can help out.
Our Latest Plot Stories
- Mastrogeorge
- Christiana Burrell Wingfield
- Julia Scotson
- Walter Frederick Mildenhall
- Arthur Bothamley
- Captain Fraser & his wife Mary Prince
- Elizabeth Dark
- Lord Porritt
- Unknown Male
