Geraldine Historical Museum

Geraldine Historical Museum Beautiful, Interactive Museum showcasing the unique History of Geraldine

$5 Adult , Children Free



The focus of the Geraldine Historical Museum is to record and display the history of the Geraldine area highlighting the contribution individuals and organisations have made to the development of the Timaru District and the Canterbury Region. This is achieved with an emphasis on personalising the area’s history through life-sized photographs, DVD’s and feature boards highlighting
the deeds of pioneers and those who made history in the area. The Museum provides an educational and research base for locals and visitors, with a growing reputation in the national and international visitor market that complements other attractions within the town. The Museum is based around the historical Town Board Office building on Cox Street (Historical Places Trust Category 2). The Museum is open daily and desk duty volunteers provide a welcome and interpretive service to visitors. The Museum undertakes family research $60 fee) , stores club / organisation records, memorabilia and hosts schools, organisations and many other groups.

Last Wednesday 22nd July, five time capsules from the local schools in our area were deposited here at the museum to mar...
28/07/2026

Last Wednesday 22nd July, five time capsules from the local schools in our area were deposited here at the museum to mark the centenary of Geraldine Businessman's Association founded in 1926 (now Geraldine.nz.

Geraldine Historical Society president Mark Worden says the capsules represent a rare addition to the museum collection. In his speech he said, "The information concealed in these time capsules will one day be history in the future. By depositing these capsules with us, you are saving today's history of this wonderful town for future generations to come."

It would be great to have a good attendance at our AGM. New Friends of the Museum always welcome and always looking for ...
14/07/2026

It would be great to have a good attendance at our AGM. New Friends of the Museum always welcome and always looking for new desk duty volunteers and committee members.

Looking for something to do over Matariki Weekend? Something here for everyone.
01/07/2026

Looking for something to do over Matariki Weekend? Something here for everyone.

09/06/2026

Can anyone help us please.
We are looking for a round table - preferably with a pedestal leg, approx. 1 metre diameter. Circa 1920s-30s style if possible.
Table is required for the refurbishment of the Wharton Room. Please contact the museum if you think you can help.
Thank you

The Kerosene lamp on the left was owned and used by the McKechnie family in the 1920s. Douglas and his sister Joan used...
19/05/2026

The Kerosene lamp on the left was owned and used by the McKechnie family in the 1920s. Douglas and his sister Joan used to do their homework by the cozy light that it shed.
Electricity came to Geraldine about 1929. Before that the street lights were acetylene and on moonless nights a lamp lighter, who came from Denmark, went around at dusk to light each of the street lights & came back at midnight to put them out again.

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This vintage oil lamp features several key components typical of antique lighting.
Clear glass base and reservoir – The lamp is constructed from clear glass with a ribbed or textured pattern on the pedestal base
Brass burner mechanism – a metal burner like made of brass, sits atop the reservoir and includes a spurred wheel to adjust the wick height.
Glass chimney – a tall glass chimney cover the burner to protect the flame and enhance airflow.
Functional wick – the lamp contains a wick within the burner, which is designed to be soaked in fuel, such as kerosene.

ANZAC day. Let's us remember and refect on our fallen soldiers through the years
24/04/2026

ANZAC day. Let's us remember and refect on our fallen soldiers through the years

Display on WW2 happening this week to mark ANZAC day by the South Canterbury Genealogy Society
21/04/2026

Display on WW2 happening this week to mark ANZAC day by the South Canterbury Genealogy Society

Address

5 Cox Street
Geraldine
7930

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 2pm
Sunday 11am - 2pm

Telephone

+643 693 7028

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