Learn about the history and art that define the Canterbury region and New Zealand.
AIR FORCE MUSEUM
New Zealand’s premier military aviation collection follows the shaky take-offs of pioneer aviators through the glory days of the two World Wars, through the Pacific battles to the present day. This is a magnificent venue offering exciting themed options for breakfasts, lunches or gala dinners.
CANTERBURY BREWERY HERITAGE CENTRE
Enjoy a guided tour through the Brewery museum which depicts the history of beer-making dating back to 6000BC. Experience the brewing process in the huge traditional copper vessels and tour the brewing facility, before sampling a selection of fine beers in the Heritage Centre bar.
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CANTERBURY MUSEUM
Set in a beautiful historic building, this Museum is renowned for its superb collections of Maori artefacts and intriguing displays of early Maori lifestyle and culture, a recreation of early colonial Christchurch, local geological history, hall of Antarctic exploration, and the endeavours of early explorers and discoverers.
CHRISTCHURCH ART GALLERY
The new Christchurch Art Gallery on Worcester Boulevard houses extensive collections of international, New Zealand and local artwork as well as many visiting exhibitions. Nine galleries offering a lively changing programme of varied works including the Gallery’s own collection from mid-seventeenth century to the present day.
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