Tuapeka Goldfields Museum
Uncover the rich history of the Tuapeka district, which Waipori is part of. This volunteer-run museum in Lawrence has displays, a research library and visitor centre. Details are here.
Lawrence Chinese Camp
Diggers and miners from China played an important part in Otago goldfields, and Waipori was no exception. Nor was neighbouring Lawrence, which hosted the earliest and largest Chinese goldmining settlement in Otago.
Chinese tended to live separately, and the Chinese camp in Lawrence was a thriving community and trading hub at its peak in the late 1880s. The camp is now a category 1 historic place, and a keen group is working to preserve and restore the three remaining buildings, and celebrate the history of the Chinese mining community in Lawrence. Find out more here.
Tuapkea Vintage Club
The club aims to preserve and restore as much of the district’s mechanical heritage as possible.
Its site in Lawrence hosts an impressive collection of machines, vehicles and antique household items as well as an assembly of 19th-century buildings, and is open on Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm. Details on this Facebook page.
Lawrence
Discover the nearby town of Lawrence through its website or Facebook page.
Otago Goldfields Heritage Trust
The Otago Goldfields Heritage Trust aims to develop, represent and promote the historical sites, trails and events of Otago. It promotes a heritage trail of sites, and holds annual heritage celebrations. More information on its website.