Exhibitions
Tekau: Don’t be Dull
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandWarm, fuzzy feelings were felt by all who visited this special exhibition, which showcased the fashions and the history of the nationally renowned Tekau knitwear company of Ashburton. The history of Tekau was conveyed through their diverse fashions and an interactive digital timeline. Over 800 visitors made their own custom designed beanies in the Project…
SNAP! The glass plate negative project
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandMarch 2019 – June 2019 To find out more about this exhibit, scroll back on our blog. Follow us on Facebook to learn more about what’s on at Ashburton Museum.
The Spirit of Budo
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandTo find out more about this exhibit, scroll back on our blog. Follow us on Facebook to learn more about what’s on at Ashburton Museum.
Make, Do and Mend
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandRecycling is at the heart of this colourful and crafty exhibition. Quilts, clothes, and accessories galore! Ashburton’s homemade handiwork is on display, with items from the public, as well as Ashford’s and Eco Educate adorning our Murney Room and changing exhibition spaces. To find out more about this exhibit, scroll back on our blog. Follow us…
Ashburton: Feels like home
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New Zealand20 September - 6 November An exhibition that will no doubt be close to the heart of many locals. Ashburton: Feels Like Home includes quirky and iconic items, images and videos that are a reminder of why this place is special to so many people. To find out more about this exhibit, scroll back on our…
The Topp Twins – An Exhibition for New Zealand
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New Zealand29 November 2019 - 9 February 2020 Bringing small town, Rural NZ and that Kiwi can-do attitude, Lynda and Jools Topp are among New Zealand’s best-loved entertainers. Whether it’s as Camp Mother and Camp Leader, the Gingham Sisters, Westie girls Raylene and Brenda, poshies Prue and Dilly, or the good Kiwi blokes Ken and Ken,…
Children’s Holocaust Memorial
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New Zealand20 February 2020 - 26 April 2020 A unique Memorial, education and learning experience honouring the 1.5 million children killed during the Holocaust.
Billy Thomas Architect – Building a Reputation
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandThe reputation of Architect William Thomas, or Billy Thomas as he has become more commonly known, is second to none. Come and explore a selection of Billy’s architectural plans and learn of his rise from an apprentice joiner to the designer of Hakatere Ashburton District’s most revered character homes and distinctive commercial buildings.
Reel Life of Ashburton
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandTake a trip through Ashburton’s cinema past in this special spring exhibition. Reel Life of Ashburton showcases the story of the past cinemas of Ashburton District, and the captivating stories surrounding them. This exhibition highlights what the movie theatre experience meant to so many people in the area, who enjoyed movies, plays, concerts, musicals and…
Christchurch 22nd February 2011-2021 Ashburton Remembers
Ashburton Museum Ashburton Museum, West St,, Ashburton, New ZealandWe are giving people of Ashburton an opportunity to share their memories and experiences of 22nd February 2011.