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St Andrews College Museum

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Back to school - this museum was started in 1986, curated from 1989 and is available to the public during school hours or by special arrangement. Research material is also available by appointment. The museum is housed in the upper storey of Strowan House, a mansion set in beautiful grounds by Strowan Stream. The mansion dates back to 1865 and the first college house was built in 1856. The collection comprises memorabilia from 1917, photographs and archival material including education/school records, personal papers, Pacific Islands archives, art, literature, military records and Scottish items. There are four rooms of showcases, collections, manuscripts/paper records, drawings/paintings, films and digital records.


Collection Type
History


Contact Details
Postal address icon347 Papanui Road, Christchurch 8052, New Zealand
Telephone number icon64 03 940 2000 or DDI (curator) 03 940 2081
Fax number icon 64 03 940 2060
Web address iconwww.stac.school.nz
Email address iconjhampton@stac.school.nz


Visitor Information
Physical address icon347 Papanui Road, Christchurch 8052, New Zealand, New Zealand
Hours of operation iconOpen to public by appointment. Most records are available, but permission is required to view board minutes
Charges iconMuseum admission is free, but most visitors make a donation. Research is $15 per hour.


Facilities
ParkingGuided Tour
Guided tours are available by special arrangement. Parking is available on site by request. Disability parking is also available.