Historic Cemetery Listed As A Category 1 Historic Place.

Heritage New Zealand has listed Addington Cemetery, a 165-year-old public cemetery in Christchurch, as a Category 1 historic place due to its significant heritage value. It initially called "Scotch Cemetery," was open to all religious communities and houses notable figures like suffragist Kate Sheppard, politicians, and philanthropists. Despite being closed in 1980, it continues to attract locals, researchers, descendants, and visitors.

March 17, 2024
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