About us
The Karori Historical Society was formed by a group of Karori residents in 1973 for the purpose of promoting the history of Karori and its people. We welcome new members, no matter where they live.
What we do
Gather
We meet four times a year and often invite guest speakers to present on a relevant topic about Karori. Occasionally we will organise outings to places of historical significance.
Research & Preserve
We conduct research and study of people and places associated with Karori, as well as try to preserve archival items of historical importance. As a voluntary organisation with limited resources, unfortunately we can’t undertake research on request. However, you’re welcome to use our archives.
Support
We draw attention to important historical features in and around Karori, as well as support historical projects by individual members. It’s important to us to maintain links with regional and national historical societies.
Publish
We publish a newsletter four times a year, plus an annual journal called The Stockade. A full archive of our newsletter is available here, while archived copies up to 2018 for The Stockade are available online here. Our annual journal is free for members (back copies available), including the more current editions post-2018. Some of our members and associates have published books about the history of Karori, some of which you can purchase from our store.
Become a member!
Support us by becoming a member of the Karori Historical Society for just $20/year. Sign up by clicking the button and filling out the form. Members help to support the work we do to record, research and keep Karori’s history alive for future generations.
Need to renew your membership? Fill out this form here.
Upcoming events
The Great Karori ‘Spring into Spring’ Quiz!
St Ninian’s, Newcombe Crescent, Karori
9 September 2025
7.30pm
Event description: How much do you really know about the history of Karori? Our quizmasters extraordinaire have pored through Karori and Its People, Karori Streets, plus back issues of The Stockade to bring you the ultimate Karori quiz. All welcome! Get more info here.
Follow us on Facebook
Hear about upcoming meetings, speakers, events and new publications by following the Karori Historical Society’s Facebook page. We often share interesting posts from other groups that are relevant to Karori.
Karori Historical Society 