Rangiora & Districts Early Records Society Inc

The Rangiora & Districts Early Records Society Inc.

is a non-profit organization located in Rangiora, New Zealand. Founded in 1960, the society is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and displaying the history of Rangiora and its surrounding districts. The society is responsible for caring for the Rangiora Museum and local archives. The museum is located at 29 Good Street, Rangiora, in what was the top story of the BNZ building, which was shifted to the site in 1967. Later, an extension consisting of a large display area and a collections archives room was added to the museum.

The museum is open to the public on Sundays and Wednesdays from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. Visitors can explore the museum's extensive collection of over 5,000 objects and more than 11,000 photographs and glass slides. The museum has become a repository for family histories, documents, and photographs relating to those who settled in the area. These archives are of great value to those who are researching the history of Rangiora families. The society's objectives are to collect, study, preserve, and display records, photographs, and other material relating to the history of Rangiora and adjoining districts. The society also aims to foster knowledge of the history of Rangiora and adjoining districts among its members and the wider community.

is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Rangiora and its surrounding districts. Visitors to the museum can learn about the area's early settlers, local industries, and significant events. The society's collection of photographs, documents, and artifacts provides a unique insight into the lives of those who have called Rangiora home over the years.