About Thomas Forrester
Lived 1838 – 1907 (aged 68). Thomas Forrester was a New Zealand engineer, architect and plasterer.
Thomas Forrester (16 May 1838 – 25 March 1907) was a New Zealand plasterer, draughtsman, architect and engineer. He was born in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland on 16 May 1838. In 1865, he was the building superintendent at the New Zealand Exhibition in Dunedin.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Thomas Forrester?
New Zealand plasterer, draughtsman, architect and engineer (1838-1907)
When was Thomas Forrester born?
Thomas Forrester was born on 16 May 1838 in Glasgow.
When did Thomas Forrester die?
Thomas Forrester died on 25 March 1907 in Oamaru.
What was Thomas Forrester's occupation?
Thomas Forrester was an engineer, architect and plasterer.
What nationality was Thomas Forrester?
Thomas Forrester was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Thomas Forrester (architect)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Thomas Forrester. https://biography.guide/thomas-forrester-engineer/
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