DESCRIPTION: Nairn House is the most notable and historic building surviving in Waitangi. It was built for Walter Hood, a Pakeha arrival who became a prominent farmer and trader. The house was built by William Baucke, who was a builder and craftsman on the Chathams, and who, in writing about his experiences, contributed much to the understanding of the Moriori lifestyle and language. For many years Nairn House, as the grandest house on the island, was the accommodation for visiting VIPs - royalty, Governor-Generals, Prime Ministers, and others.
Location
List Entry Information
Overview
Detailed List Entry
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 1
Access
Private/No Public Access
List Number
5400
Date Entered
11th November 1991
Date of Effect
11th November 1991
City/District Council
Chatham Islands Territory
Region
Chatham Islands
Legal description
Pt Kekerione 49 Te Wapu No.1 IH Pt Sec1 Kekerione etc.
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