New Zealand’s National War Memorial is located at Buckle Street in Wellington. The Memorial commemorates all New Zealanders who gave their lives in the South African War, the two World Wars, the conflicts in Malaysia and Vietnam and on peace-keeping operations world-wide.
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Image is of the National War Memorial in Wellington.
The National War Memorial is open seven days a week and is near the Basin Reserve. Learn more about opening hours and how to get there.
Opened with a dedication ceremony on Anzac Day 25 April 1932, the history of the National War Memorial dates back to 1919. Read about the history of the National War Memorial and those involved in its construction.
Visiting the National War Memorial
History of the National War Memorial
The National War Memorial features a Carillon, Hall of Memories and the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. A New Zealand Memorial Park to be based alongside the Memorial is currently under development.
The Tomb of the Unknown Warrior
Meet the Memorial staff, Timothy Hurd QSM, National Carillonist and Paul Riley, Curator. We offer free tours of the National War Memorial for school or other community groups.
The Memorial is governed by the National War Memorial Advisory Council through the National War Memorial Act 1992. Learn more about the protocols surrounding the Memorial.
