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Wellington, the heart of New Zealand when it comes to art, culture and historical tradition, is a major tourist destination, attracting a few thousand visitors all through the year. A land that is rich in its legacy, Wellington is the best place as far as the discerning traveler is concerned, and houses a number of museums and galleries that exhibit to the public the rich cultural heritage of this exciting land, telling about the story of the land and its people to the visitors. The various types of museums in Wellington are Art Galleries, History Museums, Military Museums, Sports Museums, Themed Museums, and Transport Museums. One museum that is quite popular among the visitors to Wellington is the Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington. The Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington is a living museum that chronicles the past of the area through stories, lectures, concerts etc. the museum delves into the migration and settlement into the Wellington and Hutt Valley region by the initial European settler landing in 1840. The Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington has presentations that focus on immigration, cultural diversity, industry and the social history of the Lower Hutt Valley, and its inhabitants. Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington also runs an Outreach Program for schools and community groups, which gives hands-on experiences to the people, with an aim at bringing history to life. There are various resources and education programs intended for the curriculum of all levels beginning from early primary to senior s students. The Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington is open at the following hours – Tuesday to Friday 12 noon - 4pm
Weekends and public holidays 1pm - 5pm
Schools and groups: Monday to Friday 9am - 3pm The fees for admission to the Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington is free, though donations are accepted. For education programs: In-house $1.50 per child, Outreach $100 per half day. For a great time getting to know the history of the land of Wellington, do visit the Petone Settlers Museum, Wellington when you come to this capital city.
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