18 October 2023

University of Canterbury 150 years: From Gothic to Modern

A lecture by Dr John Wilson who has recently completed the 150th anniversary official history of the University of Canterbury.

In a profusely illustrated presentation, historian Dr John Wilson looks at the buildings of the University of Canterbury to discover what they tell us about the University and the City.

John has recently completed the 150th-anniversary official history of the University of Canterbury, A New History: The University of Canterbury 1873–2023.

Doors to the Rose Historic Chapel will open at 5.30pm.

This is a non-ticked event so to avoid disappointment arrival at a reasonable time in advance is recommended.

Photo: Former Library, University of Canterbury

In a profusely illustrated presentation, historian Dr John Wilson looks at the buildings of the University of Canterbury to discover what they tell us about the University and the City.

John has recently completed the 150th-anniversary official history of the University of Canterbury, A New History: The University of Canterbury 1873–2023.

Doors to the Rose Historic Chapel will open at 5.30pm.

This is a non-ticked event so to avoid disappointment arrival at a reasonable time in advance is recommended.

Photo: Former Library, University of Canterbury

Location
Rose Historic Chapel, 866 Colombo Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch

Event contact

Historic Places Canterbury
021 157 5043
canty@historicplacesaotearoa.org.nz

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