Whare Mapu
Pumphouse
Built in 1877, Te Whare Mapu – The Pumphouse is an important landmark recognised by Heritage New Zealand as a Category 1 historic place. Experience the sounds, heat, smell and power when the boiler operates Wednesday - Sunday and during special events. The Beam Engine is a live demonstration on selected days across the year.
Te Whare Mapu – The Pumphouse is open Wednesday - Sunday and during special events.
Please note: The Daniel Adamson & Co. Boiler will be out of service for maintenance from 18 November for two weeks as we prepare it for inspection.
In 1877 the awe-inspiring beam engine was one of the most advanced of its kind anywhere in the world, supplying clean water from Western Springs to the residents of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Stunningly restored, you’ll see it in action on special occasions. The other half of this heritage building is the boiler room where you’ll see the boiler fired up and powering engines once used in sawmills, on ferries and for farming.
THE BEAM ENGINE RUNNING AT FULL STEAM
Look out for upcoming Live Days to see what’s going on in Te Whare Mapu – The Pumphouse.
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OPERATIONAL COLLECTION ITEMS
MOTAT is famous for our operational collection items, our Daniel Adamson & Co. Boiler powered Pumphouse, our fleet of heritage Trams and our historic village are just a few of the experiences we love to share with visitors.
To keep these heritage items operating and in their best condition we must undertake general maintenance on occasion. Whenever possible we will have this work done outside normal opening hours and will always strive to minimise any disruption to your experience when you visit us.
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