See a moa in a minute or spend hours exploring New Zealand’s rich cultural and natural heritage. Canterbury Museum is in the heart of Christchurch City, within strolling distance of the Botanic Gardens, The Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch Art Gallery and Cathedral Square.
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What's On
Children’s Holiday Programme: Island Inspiration! 25 – 29 January
Meet outside Discovery
Junior: 10.00 am – 11.30 am (3 - 7 years)
Senior: 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm (8 -13 years)
Imagine visiting some of our neighbouring Pacific Islands to learn about the local art and the different ways that people adorn themselves using jewellery, masks, patterns and pendants. Use your ideas and inspiration to get creative with your own designs.
Cost: Discovery Club members $2.50 and non-members $5.50 per child. Bookings essential; telephone 366 9429 ext 817 or email discovery@canterburymuseum.com more
The Great Museum Santa Search 4 December – 10 January
Entry forms from Museum Information
Get your detective hats on because it’s back and better than ever! Use your powers of observation to hunt for Santas hidden all over the Museum. Find them all and you can go in the draw to win a great prize.
The Press: Images of the New Millennium Until 21 February
Visitor Lounge
A vibrant exhibition of award winning photos from The Press. Images from the first 10 years of this millennium are shown alongside a collection of photos selected by The Press photographers from their own portfolios.
