CELEBRATING THE LEGACY OF NEW ZEALAND'S EARLY ARRIVALS
The members of the New Zealand Founders Society are descendants of individuals who arrived in New Zealand before 31 December 1865. We honour the rich history and their achievements.
Purpose
Stimulating interest and take an active part in activities relating to early New Zealand history.
Maintaining a collection of material of any format connected with the early arrivals to New Zealand.
Telling, writing and publishing the stories of the early arrivals.
Supporting others by way of research/publication grants.
Encouraging the preservation of historical places, buildings and monuments, particularly those associated with the early arrivals to New Zealand.
Commemorating the arrival of early New Zealanders.
Maintaining friendly and mutually working relationships with other historical organisations with similar aims.
About US
Achievements
Explore the Branch fun filled events, where we discover more about our history and mix with old and new friends.
Membership
A unique opportunity to connect with your heritage, access exclusive resources, and contribute to preserving New Zealand’s history for future generations.
Locations
New Zealand Founders Society has branches across New Zealand, ensuring members can connect with others in their region.
What we do
Join with us on the road to discover new and exciting past events in New Zealand through our projects and contribute to the knowledge of New Zealand history.
JOIN OUR EVENTS
We host regular events, including discussion groups and gatherings, that bring history enthusiasts together to learn and share.
