Art Deco Trust

Napier's unique heritage is passionately protected under the careful governance of Napier's Art Deco Trust.  The Trust drives Napier’s preservation movement and its volunteer guides interpret this famous city centre for visitors from all over the world. All the guides relate the unique story of Napier, its destruction and rebirth, providing educational entertainment on an enthusiastic and personal level.

The Napier Art Deco Festival is the city's premier event spanning five days and involving hundreds of events with many free for all to enjoy.  With such a variety of events to choose from food, fashion, auromobiles, airchcraft or architecture, there's something on offer for everyone!  Travel back in time to an era of glitz and glamour and revel in the swinging 1920s atmosphere in the heart of the city.