The Great Migration
Learn about the legendary voyage from Hawaiki and the arrival of the waka that carried our ancestors to Aotearoa.
Discover More →Te Ao Māori
Discover the Rich Culture, Language, and Traditions of the Māori People
"He tauhoa nā te iwi" - A journey made by the people
Explore Māori Culture
Journey through the treasures of Aotearoa
Te Reo Māori
Discover the beauty of the Māori language, from basic greetings to pronunciation guides and common phrases.
Learn More →Tikanga Māori
Understand the customs, protocols, and traditions that guide Māori life, including the marae and powhiri.
Explore Tikanga →Arts & Crafts
Explore traditional Māori art forms including tā moko, whakairo carving, raranga weaving, and more.
Discover Arts →Treaty of Waitangi
Learn about New Zealand's founding document and its significance in shaping the relationship between Māori and the Crown.
Read More →Legends & Myths
Journey into the world of Māori mythology, from the creation stories to legendary heroes like Māui.
Explore Legends →"Whāia te iti kahurangi ki te tūohu koe me he maunga teitei"
"Seek the treasure you value most dearly: if you bow your head, let it be to a lofty mountain"
— Māori Proverb about aspirations and perseverance
Māori Culture at a Glance
1300-1500
Approximate arrival of Māori in Aotearoa
100+
Iwi (tribes) throughout New Zealand
5
Vowels in the Māori alphabet (a, e, i, o, u)
1840
Year the Treaty of Waitangi was signed