Welcome

OPEN EVERYDAY
(Except Christmas Day)
9.00 am - 5.30 pm
(October - March)
9.00 am - 5.00 pm
(April - September)

LOCATION
Rolleston Avenue
Christchurch
New Zealand

FREE ADMISSION
Donations appreciated
Discovery $2 per person

TELEPHONE
64 3 366 5000

Canterbury Museum is a key attraction in Christchurch city's Cultural Precinct
The Museum is also a Qualmark endorsed visitor activity.

 


Welcome


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.
Click here for this season's special exhibitions, or check out the upcoming talks, special events and children's programmes here

Currently Featured

Fred & Myrtle’s Paua Shell House at Canterbury Museum
Level 1
Hear the extraordinary story of an ordinary Kiwi couple in a short film narrated by Gary McCormick. The film explains the kiwiana phenomenon and how a Bluff couple with an unusual living room came to be New Zealand icons. Then, step through the front door and into the famous paua shell lounge of Fred and Myrtle Flutey.
Fred & Myrtle’s Paua Shell House at Canterbury Museum is open from 9.00am daily, with sessions running throughout the day.
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Meet Leonardo da Vinci
26, 27 July
30, 31 August
27, 28 September

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to join Leonardo da Vinci for a guided tour of the Da Vinci Machines exhibition. He will explain the intricacies of his creations and entertain you with stories and facts from the life of one of the greatest minds in history. Bookings are not necessary. Tours start at the following times and take approximately 75 minutes.

Tour Times
10.00am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.00pm
Admission to Da Vinci Machines: Adult $12, child (under 5 free) $8, family (2 adults and 2 children) $35.00, students and senior citizens $10.00.
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Da Vinci Machines
Until 28 September
From flying machines to war machines, see the incredible inventions of Leonardo Da Vinci come to life.
Admission: adult $12, child $8, family (2 adults, 2 children) $35, students and senior citizens $10.00.
The Da Vinci Machines exhibition space is an ideal venue for a corporate function. If you are interested in holding a Da Vinci Machines event please contact Karin Stahel, Communications Manager, on 03 366 9429 ext 869 or email kstahel@canterburymuseum.com
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