Above: The official opening of Katherine Mansfield House & Garden on 14 October 1988.

Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Society

The Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Society Inc. is a registered charity that owns and operates Katherine Mansfield House & Garden. It was formed by Oroya Day in 1986 to purchase, restore and care for the house and garden at 25 Tinakori Road.

Friends of Katherine Mansfield House & Garden automatically become members of the Society and can attend its Annual General Meeting, held in June each year. There are many benefits to becoming a Friend of Katherine Mansfield House & Garden, including free admission to the house and a discount in our giftshop - you can find out more here. Donations and bequests are also welcomed to help us to keep the legacy of Katherine Mansfield alive and ensure that Katherine Mansfield House & Garden remains a place of education, creativity and enjoyment for years to come. 

The Katherine Mansfield Birthplace Society is led by a Board who generously volunteer their time, skills and knowledge. 2024 Chair and President: Alexander McKinnon; Deputy: Victoria Spackman; Treasurer: Graeme Kershaw; Members: Michael Kelly, Judith Langridge, John Rogers, Victoria Spackman, Lynette Townsend.