
Exhibitions & Displays
Discover Ferrymead: Step Into Living History
Step Into the Past
Experience, Explore, and Discover at Ferrymead!
Ferrymead Heritage Park is home to a diverse array of heritage exhibitions and displays, each meticulously curated by dedicated volunteer societies. These exhibits offer visitors an immersive journey through various facets of New Zealand's rich history.
Key Exhibitions and Displays:
Canterbury Railway Society: Explore the evolution of rail transport in New Zealand with restored locomotives and carriages.
Tramway Historical Society: Experience Christchurch's tramway heritage through operational vintage trams and related artifacts.
Ferrymead Aeronautical Society: Discover a collection of historic aircraft and aviation memorabilia, highlighting the country's contributions to aviation.
Fire Services Historical Society: Delve into the history of firefighting with displays of vintage fire engines and equipment.
Ferrymead Post & Telegraph Society: Learn about early communication methods, featuring operational telegraph and telephone equipment.
Ferrymead Printing Society: Witness traditional printing techniques with functioning vintage presses and typesetting equipment.
Society of Rural History: Explore agricultural heritage through exhibits of historic farming tools and machinery.
Garden City Model Railway Club: Marvel at intricate model railway layouts that captivate enthusiasts of all ages.
Canterbury Centre for Historic Film & Photography: View a vast array of antique and vintage cameras, photographic equipment, and early photograph collections.
These exhibitions are primarily open for viewing on Sundays.
As they are managed by individual societies and their volunteers, it's advisable to contact the specific society in advance to ensure their display will be accessible during your visit.
By exploring these displays, you not only gain insight into New Zealand's past but also support the passionate volunteers dedicated to preserving it.
For more information or to plan your visit,
please contact us at info@ferrymead.org.nz or call 03 384 1970.
We look forward to welcoming you to Ferrymead Heritage Park!