2. The Drawing Room
The Drawing Room displays examples of John Kinder's watercolours, showing New Zealand as it was more than 100 years ago. The room also contains his impressive secretaire bookcase, which houses books once owned by John Kinder and his family. These include a number of theological works.

The elegant french doors, which open onto the garden, are glazed directly into metal hoop sections, giving a leaded light effect, a technique developed by the architect.

3. The Dining Room

The Dining Room, the largest room in the House, displays an extensive collection of John Kinder's photographs of the North Island of New Zealand. Most of these were taken in the 1860's.
The display cases contain memorabilia of John Kinder and his wife Celia and other items related to the Kinder family. The room is also used for special exhibitions.

4. The Study
John Kinder was the first headmaster of the early Church of England Grammar School, which was located nearby. He used this room as his Study. It contains photographs of other members of the Kinder family and copies of paintings by John's sister Sarah.

The Study - bay window


The Study - cabinet wall

5. The Garden
Features of the garden include the giant magnolia planted by John Kinder, large oak trees, a totara and an interesting selection of heritage roses.

6. The Tearoom
The Tearoom displays the early history of the House and the Church of England Grammar School, of which Kinder was its first headmaster.

7. Special Displays

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