Here you can read news and stories about Renwick history, Renwick Museum, exhibitions we display and latest events.
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Renwick Heritage Trail
Take an historical walking tour of Renwick using our Heritage Trail Guide.
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THE FAMILY HISTORY INDEX
Research Aid for families with a Renwick connection.
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IRISH SETTLERS : A RENWICK STORY
This Irish Settlers exhibition tells the stories of the Gee and Maher families who emigrated from Ireland to Renwick in the 1840s. Michael Maher and James Gee were born 60 kilometres apart in Ireland and are buried 10 kilometres apart in Renwick.
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Our Committee
Kia ora Election of Officers at our last AGM in August 2025, and now that I have finally managed to access our website, I can now tell you who we are. Sandra Gibson Treasurer Margaret Cresswell Secretary Sharon Evans Minutes Secretary Alice Le Brun Cheryl Gleeson David McLuckie Chairman The new Rules / Constitution to…
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Upper Wairau Cemetery 1875 – 2025: Guided Walk Sunday 9th March from 10.30
Hear about the history of the cemetery: 151 unmarked graves stories of people buried there With Sharon Evans, a local genealogist, and member of the Renwick Museum Committee The Upper Wairau Cemetery is on Waihopai Valley Road, opposite Grove Mill Winery Sign up for the tour on secretary@renwickmuseum.nz or by ringing Sharon Evans on 03…
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WAR SERVICE IN THE 96TH REGIMENT: Gee
A brief summary of how James Gee travelled to New Zealand with the Grenadier Company of the 96th Regiment of Foot.
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MARRIAGE AND LIFE IN PORT NICHOLSON: Gee
The story of James Gee and Margaret Mckenzie in Port Nicholson/Wellington in the 1840’s
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MOVE TO RENWICKTOWN: Gee
The move to Renwicktown
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THE VOYAGE TO NELSON: Maher
In 1841 the Maher family commenced their arduous 160 day journey from London to Nelson.
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MOVE TO KAITUNA: Maher
How the Maher family made the move to Renwicktown
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DESCENDANTS TODAY: Maher
The Maher family have spread throughout New Zealand but still retain a strong presence in the Marlborough district.