Christchurch Museums, New Zealand
CANTERBURY MUSEUM - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch Central Located in Christchurch's Cultural Precinct, Canterbury Museum is housed in a beautiful stone building that was first opened in 1870. World-renowned for its natural and human history collections and a frequently changing programme of exhibitions and events complements the permanent displays. Of particular interest are the outstanding Māori exhibits, a Victorian Christchurch Street and extensive Antarctic collection. ..(more) |
QUAKE CITY - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch Central Quake City is Christchurch's latest earthquake attraction. The exhibition includes historic pieces of quake damaged Christchurch infrastructure. Displays include the top of the Christchurch Cathedral spire and the rose window, the clock face from the former railway station in Moorhouse Ave, the statue of John Godley and one of the bells from the Catholic Cathedral. ..(more) |
RICCARTON HOUSE & BUSH - ChristchurchLocation: Riccarton Join a guided tour through a world of Victorian and Edwardian splendour, offering you a glimpse of days gone by around every corner. This grand homestead, begun in 1856, was the home of Canterbury's pioneering Deans family for 91 years. Take a stroll through the last surviving remnant of ancient kahikitea forest that once covered ..(more) |
AIR FORCE MUSEUM - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch West Discover one of the world's premier military aviation collections at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand; from aircraft, engines and assorted parts to medals, pin-ups and parachute-silk wedding dresses. Come marvel at our collection, fly a simulator, take a guided tour and step back in time in a replica 1940's home. FREE ADMISSION, open ..(more) |