Museums in Christchurch

Discover, engage and reflect on the history of New Zealand military aviation.

Visit the Canterbury Museum Pop-Up for collection highlights and temporary exhibitions while the Rolleston Avenue site is redeveloped. Taonga (treasures) on display represents the breadth and depth of the Museum collection ranging from taxidermied animals through to historic objects from the Antarctic, Mountfort and Early Settlers galleries. Visitors can see beautiful taonga Maori and Pasifika alongside tools used by mana whenua for mahinga kai (food gathering). Two firm visitor favourites - the horse from 'The Christchurch Street' and Ivan Mauger's gold bike - are also on display.

A visit to 'Quake City' is a must to understand the seismic events that shook Christchurch and Canterbury 10 years ago. This special exhibition at 299 Durham Street North, Christchurch, is packed with interesting displays and interactives for all ages. Hear from those who lived through the earthquakes and those who came to help. Learn about the science behind the quakes and with the help of a hands-on interactive understand the phenomenon of liquefaction. Suitable for visitors of all ages. Admission charges apply. Accompanied children free.

A heritage park depicting what life was like over 100 years ago. Trams run on the weekends and trains run on the first Sunday of each month and school holidays. A original historic village from the 1800's to 1920's.

Art museum showcasing contemporary works & offering films, lectures, tours & family events.