Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 to Saturday, April 12th, 2025, museum experts from Tūhura Otago Museum will be conducting a special event focused on Taonga Tūturu, Māori Artefact Cataloguing, at our local museums.
This roadshow invites the public to witness these experts as they examine collections from the Central Otago Museum, including Māori artefacts and natural history items such as rocks and moa bones.
Members of the public are encouraged to bring their Māori artefacts or natural specimens for examination and discussion with the experts.
BRING YOUR HIDDEN TREASURES
Do you have:
– Potential Māori artefacts and want to know more about them?
– Natural history specimens you’re curious about?
Our expert curators are eager to examine your items and share the stories behind your discoveries!
Cromwell Museum
Tuesday, April 8th, 2:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Clyde Museum (at Clyde Masonic Lodge)
Wednesday, April 9th, 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Thursday, April 10th, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Central Stories
Friday, April 11th, 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, April 12th, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
OUR EXPERT TEAM
– Dr. Gerard O’Regan (Taonga Māori Curator)
– Lana Arun (Taonga Māori Curator)
– Kane Fleury (Natural History Curator)
Our experts can:
– Identify your found items
– Explain their historical significance
– Share fascinating stories about Central Otago’s rich cultural and natural history
IMPORTANT NOTES
– The event is FREE
– Suitable for all ages
– No prior knowledge is required
– Bring the whole family!
P.S. Not sure if your item is worth bringing? BRING IT ANYWAY! Our experts love a good mystery.
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