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Hunt for History Museums of Central Otago Competition

Hunt for History Museums of Central Otago Competition

Fri 03 Jan 2025, 9:00 PM - Tue 29 Apr 2025, 4:00 PM

Embark on an exciting heritage adventure across Central Otago's most fascinating museums!


The "Central Otago in 100 Objects" exhibition invites families and young explorers to discover the region's rich history through an interactive museum passport trail.


Participating Museums:

  • Clyde Museum
  • Central Stories Museum Alexandra
  • Cromwell Museum
  • Teviot Museum
  • Maniototo Early Settlers Museum


What to Expect:

Each museum showcases 20 unique historical objects that tell distinctive stories of Central Otago's heritage.

Visitors can engage with four different interactive activities at each location, including:

  • Creative drawing exercises
  • Engaging craft activities
  • Word games
  • Interactive history questions


How It Works:

  • Collect your free 'Hunt for History Passport' from any participating museum.
  • Visit the museums and complete fun activities.
  • Collect stamps in your passport at each location.
  • Visit at least two different museums to be eligible for prizes.


Prizes Include:

  • Paper Plus gift voucher
  • MTA petrol voucher
  • Family pass to Goldfields Mining Centre


Cost: FREE entry and passport


Prize Draw Entry:

Simply present your stamped passport at any participating museum after visiting at least two locations.


Additional Information:

  • Suitable for all ages
  • Perfect for family outings
  • Educational and entertaining
  • Great school holiday activity


For More Information:

Website: https://museumscentralotago.org.nz/

Organiser: Central Otago Museums Trust


Note: Competition criteria apply.