Whakapapa research guide

  • Introduction to whakapapa research

    Whakapapa is about people, it is a link to tūpuna, to heritage, to identity. For Māori it is a taonga, and for many it is also tapu.

  • How to start

    Māori are unique in that they connect to a waka, whānau, hapū, and iwi. Find out how to research your iwi.

  • Researching Iwi

    These books contain detailed information about Māori history, whakapapa and land.

  • Ask an expert

    Our research librarians can give you advice or help you organise your whakapapa research information.

  • Download the whakapapa research guide

    Download a printable copy of the Whakapapa research guide