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zhuhai2007

Christchurch, New Zealand52,642 contributions

Hidden gem of Akaroa

Mar 2020

For such a small town, Akaroa has a wealth of attractions and the Powerhouse Gallery is one. Hidden down a side street it is run by volunteers & open nearly every day with ever changing exhibitions. The current Yin & Yang exhibition contrasts very different works by local artists.

Written 5 March 2020

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AlixAuckland

Auckland83 contributions

Imaginative high quality gallery just off the Main Street.

Feb 2020

Old power station turned into a community gallery attracting high quality exhibitions and occasional concerts. And right next to the art and the grand piano is the restored power generator. Charming juxtaposition. Well worth the very short walk to reach this place.

Written 22 February 2020

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katmai8

Lawrence, KS323 contributions

And I am not an art/cultural person

May 2014 • Friends

A hidden gem just up street from the main part of town. The docent was very knowledgeable about the artwork, very nice lady. The gallery just re-opened this spring after undergoing earthquake repairs. Check out the nikau cabbage tree in the back.

Written 30 May 2014

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Ann T

Pascoe Vale, Australia1,397 contributions

Range of art

Dec 2022

Pleasant little gallery with a range of different styles of local art. As other reviewers have said, worth popping into.

Written 12 March 2023

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Mike A

Auckland Central, New Zealand136 contributions

Nice little art gallery and interesting history - worth a visit

Mar 2021

A pleasant gallery space with an interesting history of itself. The exhibition on at the time was interesting but they will change. See what's showing and decide. Very pleasant person on duty.

Written 1 April 2021

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Ron B

Christchurch, New Zealand27 contributions

Great gallery

Nov 2019

Wow, we went to see the lastest ofering at this small but beautiful gallery. So impressed with the collection and the people (volunteers?) who were so helpful; thanks :)

Written 6 November 2019

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Peter M

Melbourne, Australia1,293 contributions

Orion Powerhouse Gallery

Mar 2019 • Solo

This is off the main Street but unfortunately was closed when I went to see it. It was rather difficult to find as off the beaten track

Written 11 April 2019

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Grandview301

Melbourne, Australia1,842 contributions

Good not average

Feb 2019 • Friends

As others have commented, the original power generator is the main attraction here.- if you are so inclined.

Written 27 February 2019

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Albywon

Sydney, Australia13,666 contributions

Combination

Feb 2018 • Couples

Most of the gallery displays art works for sale. These are of variable quality. Of far more interest is the original power generator for the township. This has accompanying literature and a good book is available for purchase.
A hidden gem for those interested in this area.
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Written 25 February 2018

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michaelbN5695YM

Canberra, Australia550 contributions

What a gem of history, well worth a visit, it is free.

Nov 2017 • Friends

This was the original power station of Akaroa which was commissioned in the early 1900's and was all but destroyed in the recent earthquakes. It has been fully restored and is now an art gallery as well. Well worth a visit. It is free.

Written 11 November 2017

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