NZ Historical Association Conference - Christchurch 2023

Tēnā koutou, 

Welcome to the New Zealand Historical Association Conference 2023, hosted in Ōtautahi | Christchurch, New Zealand. Supported by Kā Waimaero | Office of the Treaty Partnership, University of Canterbury and, Lincoln University. 

The NZHA Conference is a showcase of the best and most up to date historical research exploring Aotearoa New Zealand and elsewhere.  We wish to welcome any and all people with an interest in history to attend the conference.

The Liberal Arts have been under attack for many years, but interest in history has begun to recover some of its allure. One of the key reasons for the revival of history has been the public’s perception of the benefits arising from practical uses of history. A focus on history in the real world is fundamental to maintaining that public interest. 
The Organising Committee for the 2023 NZHA Conference have chosen the theme “Practical history in the real world” to enable us to explore, question, interrogate and understand the practical uses of history. 

Conference Highlights

Keynote Presentations 

We are proud to be hosting a wide range of presenters throughout the course of the conference.  Our featured Keynote presenters are:
-- Professor James Belich
-- Professor Te Maire Tau
-- Dr Liana MacDonald

Peter FitzSimons

Kā Waimaero, University of Canterbury & WORD Christchurch are hosting a public talk from Peter FitzSimons on the evening of Tuesday 21st November.  
A (optional) ticket to his presentation is included free of charge with your conference ticket - courtesy of Kā Waimaero | Office of the Treaty Partnership, University of Canterbury. 
Please select this ticket option to be allocated a seat. 

Local Histories, Local Stories - A Canterbury History Evening

Stevan Eldred-Grigg, Peter Graham & Te Maire Tau will entertain and inform us on local Cantabrian history. There will be the opportunity for Q&A at this session.  
Held on the evening of Wed 22nd Nov.  City Centre venue TBC. 

Drinks & Nibbles, Keynote & Awards Evening 

Instead of the conference dinner, we are having a cocktail-style event hosted at The Great Hall in the Christchurch Arts Centre. There will be a keynote lecture & awards presented at this event. 
Evening of Thursday 23rd November
Smart Casual Dress Code. 

Postgraduate / Student Day

On Tuesday 21st November we are holding a post-graduate & student day at the Christchurch Arts Centre in the CBD.  This is for current post-graduate and 3rd or 4th year students, who hold an interest to learn more about the academic industry. 
Topics will include:
-- Job prospects & employment advice
-- Book publishing 
-- Journal publishing
-- Plus other special topics; including a history-based tour of the Christchurch CBD. 
Students - Please select this ticket option if you wish to attend. 

Initial Schedule & Locations

Updated Programme as at 31/10/2023:  

Programme NZHA 30102023 v2.pdf

Transport

Return buses will be provided between University of Canterbury and Christchurch CBD for the Wednesday & Thursday evening events.  

Accommodation

We recommend booking accommodation either in Ilam & Riccarton, or Christchurch CBD. 

Arcady Hall of Residence

We are able to offer quality economical accommodation at Arcady Hall. 
https://www.arcadyhall.org.nz/conferences

Arcady Hall offers king single-room accommodation, with all linen and towels provided.
Included is a continental breakfast, shared bathrooms, communal lounges and kitchenette facilities. 
$60.00 + GST per room, per night. 

90 Waimairi Road, Ilam.
Approximately a 5 minute walk to University of Canterbury.
To book, please contact Ollie van der Pol, Operations Manager
Email: operations@arcadyhall.org.nz
NB *Guests must check out on or before Friday 24th November. Luggage can be held at Arcady Hall after check-out. 

Contact

Conference queries can be directed to nzhawebmaster@gmail.com 

Ticketing queries can be sent to ntc@canterbury.ac.nz 

The NZHA Conference Committee thanks you for your interest in the 2023 conference, and we look forward to seeing you in Ōtautahi | Christchurch.