Open Christchurch 2025: Architecture tour of Christchurch Town Hall Auditorium

With: Simon Laurie (Warren and Mahoney)

Where: 86 Kilmore Street, Christchurch Central City (The meeting point will be sent to registered attendees)

Join Simon Laurie, project architect for the Town Hall’s post-quake restoration, as he takes you through the ground-breaking and award-winning Douglas Lilburn Auditorium. Find out more about what makes it so special and what was involved in its reconstruction. Allow 45 mins.

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Saturday 3 May: 1:30 & 2:30pm

Free, Booking essential

Important things to know

Allow 45 minutes plus time for questions
Building is step-free
Lift available
Places to sit and rest inside building
Mobility parking available
Some areas wheelchair inaccessible
Accessible toilets on site

About Open Christchurch:

2-4 May 2025

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 5 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.

Visit openchch.nz for more information.

Photo by Peanut Productions