Kanak Hut at the Tjibaou Cultural CentreKanak Hut at the Tjibaou Cultural Centre
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New Caledonia’s Heritage Treasures

Plunge into the heart of New Caledonia’s heritage through twelve original short films celebrating the country’s cultural, natural and human richness.

From towns to mountains, each place reveals an emblematic object and a story told by its guardians.

These authentic voices invite you to discover, connect and share a living legacy — one shaped by knowledge, tradition and memory.

An object, a story

Explore New Caledonia’s Heritage Treasures

Tjibaou Cultural Centre

 
A symbol of Kanak identity, the Tjibaou Cultural Centre shares the richness of Kanak and Oceanian arts and traditions.

Maritime Museum

 
The Maritime Museum traces the history of the lagoon and the great expeditions that shaped New Caledonia’s discovery and navigation.

Tiébaghi Mine

 
Once a major chrome extraction site, the Tiébaghi Mine tells the story of industrial heritage and the skills of Caledonian miners.

Fort Teremba

 
Former colonial prison, Fort Teremba recounts the history of the penal colony and the uprisings that marked the country’s west coast.

Mining Museum

 
Through tools and personal stories, the Mining Museum retraces the lives of workers and the mining history of the territory.

Historic Site of Île Nou

 
Former penal colony of Nouméa, the historic site of Île Nou preserves the memory of the first settlers and 19th-century convicts.

Maison Célières

 
Maison Célières offers a glimpse into colonial architecture and Nouméa’s literary memory.

Goa Ma Bwarhat Cultural Centre

 
In the heart of Hienghène, the Goa Ma Bwarhat Cultural Centre celebrates Kanak culture through exhibitions, traditional huts and an artisanal village.

City Museum

 
Housed in the former town hall, the City Museum traces Nouméa’s evolution through photos, objects and period stories.

Maison Higginson

 
A true witness of 19th-century Nouméa, Maison Higginson highlights the art of living and the history of a bygone era.

Château Hagen

 
A jewel of colonial heritage, Château Hagen now hosts exhibitions, concerts and cultural events.

World War II Museum

 
The World War II Museum tells the story of New Caledonia’s strategic role in the Pacific during the conflict.