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What's On

Explore our exhibitions and activity programmes.

Ashburton heritage collections online launch

Join us in celebrating the official launch of our new online collections website at the Ashburton Museum & Historical Society’s upcoming bi-monthly meeting. Over 1000 photographs and records…

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Iain Cheesman | Artist Talk

On Sunday 07 April at 2pm, Iain Cheesman will be visiting the Gallery and Museum to speak more about his foyer wall artwork The River Is.  The River…

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Jo Burzynska | Interactive Artist Talk

In this interactive nose and ears-on session, Zonta Ashburton Female Art Award 2023 Premier Award winner Jo Burzynska explains how both musical and perfume notes resonate with each…

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A New Era: Ng King Bros. Chinese Market Garden Settlement

Sixteen years ago the descendants of the men who founded the Ng King Bros. Chinese Market Garden expressed their desire to share their land and the legacy of…

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Sharing Histories | Gifts of 2023

Explore some of the treasured objects, archives, and photographs that were generously donated to and acquired by the Ashburton Museum and Historical Society in 2023. This annual exhibition…

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In Colour

In Colour is a great way to unwind and relax with like-minded people. Bring along your art and craft projects to share with others over morning tea once a…

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Kōwhai Mums

Kōwhai Mums is a fortnightly art group for ethnic and migrant mums/carers, as well as newcomers to Hakatere Ashburton, with children aged 0-5 years. Sessions provide a safe…

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Art Addicts

Art Addicts (AA) is the Gallery’s weekly art space for kids during the school term. Wrap up your Wednesday school day and head to the AAGM to get…

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