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Stonehenge Aotearoa

The Hub of Astronomy in Wairarapa

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THE SEVEN SISTERS

Posted on July 4, 2020July 10, 2020 by @iharitina in Astronomy

The most celebrated stars in our night sky are the Pleiades. In folklore they are usually known as the ‘Seven Sisters’. In Japan they are known as ‘Subaru’ (and you thought it was a car) and, in New Zealand they are of course, Matariki.

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We are an open-air astronomical observatory built following ancient knowledge of the stone circles and adapted to the conditions of New Zealand.

Admission Prices to visit the Henge

  • Adult $15
  • Gold Card Holder/Senior $10
  • NZ Student $5
  • Children (0-5 years) free.

Please note that children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Bookings are essential for all schools and tour groups.

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51 Ahiaruhe Road, R.D. 2 Carterton, 5792, New Zealand
(06) 377 1600
10AM - 4PM on the following days:

- From May to July:
Saturday, Sunday and on Queen's Birthday
- 1st of August to 22nd of December:
Wednesday to Sunday and Labour Day.
-28th of December to 31st of January:
We are open every day!
-February to April:
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School Holidays - we are open every day.

Star Safari Hours – every Friday and Saturday

  • From 1st of May to 30th of September
    7:30PM – 10:30PM
  • From 1st of October to 30th of April
    8:30PM – 11:30PM

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