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Restored and Returned
After almost a year of TLC, New Zealand's first electric tram car is back at the museum. More »
You name it!
This is your chance to make history. More »
Holiday programme popular
Children are dancing their way through the school holidays at the museum. More »
// Did you know?
Mokihi
Mokihi were the whitewater craft of Otago’s Maori, Kai Tahu Whanui. The boats were quickly constructed from buoyant material, such as the raupo or korari that grew abundantly near the waterways. Early European settlers also learnt how to make and use the boats – which they called “moggies”.
Encounter history at the Otago Settlers Museum. Learn about the people whose character, culture, technology, art, fashion, and transport shaped New Zealand’s First Great City.
// What's on?
You name it competition – 9 May 2012 8:00am - 23rd May 2012 12:00am
The 20th century needs you
1st Dec 2011 - 30 Jun 2012
The 20th century needs you (or rather copies of your family photos).
The museum is interested in photos or slides of Dunedin from the 1950s onwards of everyday, ordinary activities and experiences,...
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You name it competition
9 May 2012 8:00am - 23rd May 2012 12:00am
Win a trip to Te Papa!
The Otago Settlers Museum is undergoing a complete $39 million transformation. Upon opening it will tell the stories of all who have made this place what it...
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