Open Christchurch 2023: Christ’s College Tour: Big School, Chapel, Hare Memorial Library and Old Boys’ Theatre (Saturday)

OPEN CHRISTCHURCH 2023 Christ’s College Tour: Big School, Chapel, Hare Memorial Library and Old Boys’ Theatre

Book in for a fascinating tour of a selection of Christ’s College buildings with architectural historian and former teacher Robyn Peers. Get inside Big School, the oldest educational building still in use in Aotearoa; take in the stunning collection of stained glass windows at the Chapel, which has been altered by several architects of renown over the years; learn more about Cecil Wood’s stunning Hare Memorial Library and Sir Miles Warren’s Old Boys’ Theatre. Hear stories about their design and use, from the time of their opening until today.

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Bookings are essential 

Sat & Sun: 9.30am, 11am, 2pm, 3.30pm

Tours on the hour with limited numbers, bookings essential

This building is also open on Sunday 7 May.

(Meeting point information will be sent to registered attendees only closer to the date of event)

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Important things to know when visiting Christ’s College on this walking tour

• Access to this building is via a guided tour which includes entry to buildings with steps/stairs, which will make it inaccessible for some users
• For more information regarding accessibility, feel free to contact us at openchch@teputahi.org.nz.
• Photography is permitted at this site

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About Open Christchurch:

6 & 7 May 2023

Open Christchurch is a one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture. It’s for everyone in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Building owners/kaitiaki will literally open their doors so you can experience great design from the inside

Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 50+ buildings and 4 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.

Visit openchch.nz for more information.

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Photo by Peanut Productions