Kōpinga Marae
A Moriori meeting house completed in 2005, telling the story of Moriori pacifism and cultural revival.
The Moriori are famous for living by the Nunuku's law of non-violence. After 1835 they were invaded and enslaved, and came close to being wiped out. Kōpinga Marae stands on a hillside near the airport and is a symbol of the Moriori revival. Inside are fine wood carvings and stained-glass windows that tell the story of their ancestors' voyages and their tradition of peace. Guided visits must be booked through the Hōkotehi Moriori Trust, and visitors enter with proper protocol. It can be visited on the same day as Te Whanga Lagoon and Waitangi.
Opening hours
Reservation required
Nearby sights
- Waitangi
- Moriori Rock Carvings, Te Whanga Lagoon
- Te Whanga Lagoon
- Henga Scenic Reserve
- Tuku Nature Reserve & Taiko Camp
- Tommy Solomon Statue
- Basalt Columns (Ohira Bay)
- Nīkau Bush Conservation Area