This mini exhibition displays artefacts discovered by Underground Overground Archaeology during an archaeological excavation of the site of Ada Wells' nineteenth century home. Ada Wells was a prominent Christchurch suffragist. She founded the Canterbury Women's Institute, was the first national secretary of the National Council of Women of New Zealand and was the first woman
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Puhoi Cottage display For Archaeology Week find out more about Puhoi Cottage and the Schischka family, who used the cottage as their bach for 70 years. In December 2011, Auckland Council Heritage Unit archaeologists excavated beside the cottage. They found many treasures, including a sinker and a grinder thought to be 300-400 years old, evidence
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This exhibition showcases the favourite archaeological sites of three archaeologists. With stories ranging from bad beer, to the lives of children and the housing aspirations of a waiter, these sites highlight some of the challenges and opportunities of life in 19th century Christchurch.
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Grab a coffee and breakfast from one of the many local vendors at the Otago Farmers Market and come chat with archaeologists from New Zealand Heritage Properties. View some recent finds and ask any burning archaeology questions you might have!
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A week-long display celebrating the work of local archaeologists in the Invercargill Central Mall.
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A week-long display highlighting the work archaeologists do to preserve archaeology via record in a fun way highlighting the opportunities the library 3D printer provides. Come take a look and pick up a quiz to complete in the library with 3D printing prizes to be won! Brought to you by the Invercargill Branch of New
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Library opening hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat 9am - 2pm
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