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Special Exhibitions

Short Talk Series: The Canterbury Aviation Company & Sir Henry Wigram

Join Research Curator, Simon Moody as he presents the story of how an aerodrome came to be built here at Wigram.

WAAF: The Women’s Auxiliary Air Force during World War Two

Exploring different aspects of the wartime WAAFs experience, from recruiting and training to their varied jobs, as well as off duty activities – this display is a small way to honour the wartime WAAFs, who paved the way for all women in the Royal New Zealand Air Force.

Orion Exhibition

Located upstairs in our Cochrane Gallery, NZ4203 was built by Lockheed in California in 1966 and flew for 54 years in the RNZAF. The aircraft flew 27,000 hours on anti-submarine, surveillance and search and rescue missions all over the world. Come and see this extraordinary aircraft and learn about its amazing history.

Toys and Mascots

Part of the ongoing appeal of soft toys is their comforting presence, and ability to be anything a person wants them to be. Most of these toys started life as … toys. Almost all were made commercially and were intended for children to play with. Then, at some stage (and like all new recruits), each took on an Air Force identity.

NZPAF100: The Origins Of New Zealand Air Power

Visit a unique exhibition showcasing the New Zealand Permanent Air Force (NZPAF) which was formed 100 years ago.

Captured!

Follow the journey of a prisoner of war in Europe during World War Two in this interactive exhibition which will engage visitors of all ages.

1000 Stories

Come and see New Zealand’s largest 2-dimensional crowd and discover their story.

Wāhine Toa: Women in Defence

Welcome to Wāhine Toa: Women in Defence, an online exhibition exploring the journeys of women serving in the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) since gender integration.

Opening Hours
Open daily 9.30am to 4.30pm
(except Christmas Day, 25 December)

Entry to the Museum is FREE - but donations are welcome

Location
45 Harvard Ave, Wigram,
Christchurch, New Zealand

Phone: 03 371 9600

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