Archaeology in Action – Family Fun Day at Tūhura Otago Museum

Don’t miss our special archaeology activities happening throughout the day – explore the galleries with our Archaeology in Action gallery trail, try your hand at digging for artifacts in our dig pits or piecing together broken heirlooms with Museum Conservator Shannah, and join our Museum Guides for a fun Archaeology Spotlight Tour. There’s plenty on offer if you dig archaeology like we do!

11am – 3pm: Dig Pits
Find your own archaeological treasures with the team from the University of Otago Archaeology Department
Atrium Level 1

11am, 1pm and 2pm: Spotlight Tours
Explore the galleries and learn about archaeology with these special mini-tours with our Museum Guides!
Meet at Info Desk

11am – 3pm: Archaeology in Action Gallery Trail
Explore the galleries and uncover unique and amazing archaeological finds in our Galleries!
Collect your Trail at the Info Desk

11am – 3pm: Putting the Pieces Together
Learn how to cross-mend sentimental ceramic heirlooms with Museum Conservator Shannah
Atrium Level 1

11am – 3pm: Archaeology Makerspace
These free archaeology-inspired crafts will keep you busy!
Atrium Level 1

3.30pm: The Flintstones
Join us for a special Family-Fun screening of The Flintstones.
Perpetual Guardian Planetarium, $10 – Bookings Required.