Firth built the tower on this site in 1882. The tower is 16 metres high and is one of the earliest reinforced concrete buildings in New Zealand.

Firth Tower


Closed to the public due to earthquake assessments.

Josiah Firth built the tower on this site in 1882. The tower is 16 metres high and is one of the earliest concrete buildings in the district. The tower was refurbished as the centrepiece of the museum in 1978. The lookout was rebuilt in 1990 by Stanley Construction.

 

 Please note that the Shearing Shed display will be closed for upgrades on the roof.

 

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