Port Chalmers Regional Maritime Museum - Port Chalmers, New Zealand
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Dunbar Loop
S 45° 48.902 E 170° 37.366
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Established in 1913 by the Port Chalmers ‘Old Identities’, the Port Chalmers Regional Maritime Museum is an interesting museum focusing on the history of the port itself and the Otago coast's maritime history.
Waymark Code: WM7HRB
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 10/28/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
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Having moved in to the 1877 Post Office, which is made out of bluestone, this museum has been involved in preserving the local maritime history since 1913. With exhibits that range from local fishing to Antarctic explorations that departed this port, the museum features many artefacts that will delight most people interested in maritime history.
Museum Address:
Beach Street
Port Chalmers, Otago New Zealand
9023

Museum Website: [Web Link]

Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. Saturday 11am - 2pm (during winter) Sunday & Public Holidays 1.30 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. Also open by special appointment.

Cost: Not Listed
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