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What a very nice wee museum with very informative information about the local area. Well worth taken the time to see when in Akaroa
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Date of experience: October 2020
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A must if in Akaroa. Really well presented displays and a great informative short presentation of early history of Akaroa in the old court house.
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Date of experience: August 2020
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Have been to Akaroa many times, but never thought to stop by here until one rainy day!(and its free) The museum is very modern and a lot bigger than I expected with lots of interactive displays and a lot of great display pieces which really brings the history to life. I liked this better than Canterbury Museum so full credit to the staff who put this all together!…
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Date of experience: June 2020
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Bigger than it looks at the front with the old court house and original cottage part of the site. There are four galleries which have some fascinating exhibits well displayed. It is not as stuffed full as some museums I have seen, but this gives you more chance to focus on what really interests you. Free entry and friendly staff. Excellent place which explains the French influence seen in the town amongst other things.…
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Date of experience: March 2020
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The Museum was recommended to us and did not disappoint -really interesting displays, film and attached buildings. Do not miss!
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Date of experience: February 2020
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