From the MTG: The complex history of Pā Kōwhai
9 Apr, 2021 06:02 PM
4 minutes to read The funeral of Karaitiana Takamoana, Pā Kōwhai, February 24, 1879 Collection of Hawke s Bay Museums Trust Ruawharo Tā-ū-Rangi, [78104]. The funeral of Karaitiana Takamoana, Pā Kōwhai, February 24, 1879 Collection of Hawke s Bay Museums Trust Ruawharo Tā-ū-Rangi, [78104].
Hawkes Bay Today
By: Te Hira Henderson
As a Hawke s Bay Kahungunu I am Ngāti Hinemoa, Ngāti Hori, and Ngāti Hawea, born and bred at Pā Kōwhai.
Pā Kōwhai history is complex and multicultural. It is a melting pot of foreigners, Ngāti Awa, Pākehā and French, all finding sanctuary and shelter at some time at Pā Kōwhai.