CANTERBURY MUSEUM

Rolleston Avenue Christchurch 8001 Phone: (64+3) 366 5000 Fax: (64+3) 366 5622 info@cantmus.govt.nz Canterbury Museum is world renowned for it collections. Housed in one of Christchurch's finest historic buildings are stunning displays such as Nga Taonga Tukuiho O Nga Tupuna "Treasures handed down by our ancestors", which features the Classic Moari period. The Christchurch Street, a recreation of the bustling city during the Victorian era, is a local favorite. Other outstanding galleries include the hall of Antarctic Discovery, the Hall of Asian Decorative Arts and the Edgar Stead Hall of New Zealand birds. Special exhibitions are constantly changing with travelling national and international shows. Recently opened is "Living Canterbury", a joint project with Environment Canterbury which explores the elements of Canterbury's living landscape and looks at the relationship between the people and their environment. Also,don't miss "Discovery", an interactive natural history discovery centrewhich holds treasures of nature and encourages children and adults to explore their senses.

Open 7 days, everyday except Christmas. General admission is free, and donations are appreciated.

9:00am - 5:30pm (Summer) 9:00am - 5:00pm (Winter) Venue enquires welcome.

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