Pompallier Mission
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Entry fee : Adult guided tour: $20
Adult garden self-guided tour: $10
Coffee, Croissant and Culture tour: $29.50
Surcharges may apply for special events
Timings : 10am - 4pm
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Pompallier Mission, Bay of Islands Overview
Pompallier Mission is New Zealand’s oldest industrial building and was constructed in 1842 with a rammed-earth style typical of French cities. It has a beautiful waterfront view of the Bay of Islands. John Baptiste Pompallier and a group of French Marist brothers set up a Catholic mission here. They translated religious texts into Maori, and the site combines Maori and Paheka history. You can reach here just a five-minute walk from the wharf at Russell.
Paheka history. You can reach here just a five-minute walk from the wharf at Russell.
They offer heritage tours, and one can catch a glimpse into 19th Century style bookbinding and printing. The printery is accessed only through guided tours. The mission's original printing press is restored, and you can see it in action. You can also enjoy their museum displays and take a walk in their heritage gardens. End your visit with coffee and French pastries at their French Coffee House
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Time required : 1 - 2 hours
Best time to visit : November to February
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