Quake City
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch
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A visit to Quake City is a must to understand the seismic events that shook Ōtautahi Christchurch and Waitaha Canterbury more than a decade ago. Hear from those who lived through the earthquakes and those who came to help. Learn about the science behind the earthquakes and, with the help of a hands-on interactive, understand the phenomenon of liquefaction.
Canterbury Museum’s special exhibition takes visitors through the first earthquake of 4 September 2010, the widespread destruction and rescue efforts of 22 February 2011, through to the recovery and ongoing rebuild of the city.
The exhibition features some of the defining objects of the time – from the top of the Christ Church Cathedral spire to the railway station clocks that stopped when the 2010 earthquake struck. Hear the incredible human stories of survival and endurance, discover the fascinating science behind earthquakes and resilient buildings, and see how Cantabrians responded to the earthquakes and their aftermath.
Admission charges apply. Suitable for visitors of all ages.
Canterbury Museum’s special exhibition takes visitors through the first earthquake of 4 September 2010, the widespread destruction and rescue efforts of 22 February 2011, through to the recovery and ongoing rebuild of the city.
The exhibition features some of the defining objects of the time – from the top of the Christ Church Cathedral spire to the railway station clocks that stopped when the 2010 earthquake struck. Hear the incredible human stories of survival and endurance, discover the fascinating science behind earthquakes and resilient buildings, and see how Cantabrians responded to the earthquakes and their aftermath.
Admission charges apply. Suitable for visitors of all ages.
