Dr Gerard O’Regan
New ZealandcuratorMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Dr Gerard O’Regan is a Māori archaeologist and curator at the Tūhura Otago Museum, specializing in Māori rock art. He focuses on the significance of genuine historical narratives and the impact of alternative settlement theories on public perception of heritage sites. O’Regan is concerned about the implications of these narratives for the appreciation and preservation of Māori cultural heritage.
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Tūhura Otago Museum curator Māori Dr Gerard O’Regan said alternative settlement theories were 'hugely corrosive' to public appreciation of heritage sites.
Pre-Māori settlement claims: Historians dismiss Chinese explorer theoriesThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-09-22
New Zealand· 2026-09-22
