Events

Events of interest to NZHA members including seminars, lectures, conferences, book launches, and other scholarly activities are displayed in the calendar below. Click on any event for complete details and registration information.

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Do you have an event that would interest NZHA members? We welcome submissions for historical conferences, seminars, book launches, exhibitions, and other scholarly activities.

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NZHA Conferences

Biennial Conference Series

The New Zealand Historical Association holds its flagship conference every two years in odd-numbered years. These conferences showcase the best and most current historical research exploring Aotearoa New Zealand and international topics.

Next Conference: He Rau Ringa 2025

25-28 November 2025
Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland, Tāmaki Makaurau

Theme: “Many hands make history” – celebrating the diverse storytellers and approaches to history in Aotearoa.

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Featured Conference Lectures

J.C. Beaglehole Lecture
Presented at every NZHA conference, this prestigious lecture honors one of New Zealand’s most distinguished historians

Wiremu Maihi Te Rangikāheke Memorial Lecture
Featured at every conference since 2011, celebrating Māori historical perspectives and scholarship

Types of Events We Feature

Academic Conferences

Regional, national, and international historical conferences and symposiums

Public Lectures

Guest lectures, memorial lectures, and public history presentations

Book Launches

New historical publications and academic book release events

Seminars & Workshops

Professional development workshops and specialized research seminars

Exhibitions

Museum exhibitions, archive displays, and historical commemorations

Heritage Activities

Heritage tours, commemorative events, and community history projects

Stay Connected with NZHA Events

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For questions about events or to submit event information, contact our webmaster at nzhawebmaster@gmail.com