HERITAGE IN THE NEWS
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Reburbished Clyde signs installed
After at least 12 years, the signs erected by Promote Dunstan on the main highway have been replaced. Over the years they had become discoloured. The signs are the same although Rory Butler, who designed them, has made a slight alteration to make the buildings more prominent. The signs can [...]
Further funding boost for the Oral History Project
The Central Otago Heritage Trust’s two-year Oral History pilot project concluded last month. The project can now begin its next phase of development thanks to a $21,000 grant received from the Central Lakes Trust, approved at their August Board Meeting. Oral History Manager, Carolyn Squires Telling the stories [...]
Vallance Cottage – Big plans for small cottage
Opening the doors more often will soon become reality for the 1890s cottage. With calls for more volunteers being unsuccessful, fresh ideas on how to open the cottage were needed. A remote locking device will allow entry into the historic building. Perspex panels will be placed over doorways, allowing visitors [...]
Museums learn how to say “thanks, but no thanks”
Spring cleaning and de-cluttering are terms we’re all familiar with around the home. Whether it’s making room in the wardrobe for summer clothes, or moving into a smaller house, decisions need to be made about what to keep and what to discard. From time to time, museums also need to [...]
Catlins life inspires heritage co-ordinator
Otago Daily Times , 30 June 2021 For Clutha’s new community heritage co-ordinator, the role is something of a trip down memory lane. Former Catlins resident Tiffany Jenks took on the position for Clutha District Libraries in April, and described it on Monday as "a dream role". The former Toitu [...]
Musuem Winter Series tackles town namesake
The News 24 June 2021 What’s in a name? The first event in the Cromwell Museum Winter Series 2021 will ask that question on Sunday when the name Cromwell, Oliver that is, and his links to the town allegedly named after him will be explored. “In Search of Cromwell: The [...]
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