Classroom visits
Educational resources
A must-see on any visit to the capital, the impressive National War Memorial is a great place to learn about our own military history and sacrifice.
By visiting The National War Memorial you will be able to:
- Learn the history of the National War Memorial
- Learn the history and significance of the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior
- Discover NZ military history
- Discuss specific study subjects such as Anzac Day, Gallipoli, Passchendaele,
- Listen to the 74 bells of the world’s third largest carillon
- See the beauty of the Hall of Memories
- Sing your school song and hear the amazing acoustics within the hall
- Experience your very own wreath laying ceremony
- Engage in NZ military history on the two touch screen computers
- Use your work books and join a fun treasure hunt
- View displays and books and collect literature to take away
The Memorial’s curatorial staff offer interesting, informative and pupil-friendly presentations on either the history of the Memorial and Tomb, or on specific study subjects. If you can, let us know in advance of your requirements.
We have excellent resource websites such as www.nzhistory.net where ‘The Classroom’ has information on Levels 1,2,3 History and Social Studies Levels 4, 5. Check also the ‘Teachers’ Toolbox.’
Another site is www.anzac.govt.nz where you can find a lot of information on Gallipoli and on what Anzac Day means to modern day New Zealand.
All visits are free and phone us on (04) 385 2496 or email nwm@mch.govt.nz to book your time. Parking is available for buses..