Canterbury Museum | |
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General information | |
Type | Museum |
Architectural style | Gothic Revival |
Location | Christchurch, New Zealand |
Address | 11 Rolleston Avenue |
Completed | 1882 |
Inaugurated | 1870 (first part of building) |
Renovated | 1995 |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Benjamin Mountfort |
Website | |
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Designated | 25 September 1986 |
Reference no. | 290 |
The Canterbury Museum is a museum located in the central city of Christchurch, New Zealand, in the city's Cultural Precinct.[1] The museum was established in 1867 with Julius von Haast – whose collection formed its core – as its first director.[2] The building is registered as a "Historic Place – Category I" by Heritage New Zealand.[3]