# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Discover what it takes to be an archaeologist in this hands-on family event!About this EventGet hands-on with history at this fun, family-friendly event for Archaeology Week 2026. Try your hand at excavation, take part in archaeology-themed activities and chat with real archaeologists about their artefacts and discoveries.On Saturday the 9th of May, Kate Sheppard House once again hosts stalls from Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga, Christchurch Archaeology Project, Archaeological consultants Underground Overground and South Island Archaeology, Canterbury Museum, Riccarton House & Bush, Christchurch City Libraries and the Department of Conservation to offer a fantastic range of archaeology themed activities.Enjoy new displays, archaeology-themed face painting and returning favourites like the Junior Archaeologist activity passport, badge-making and the popular 'cookie excavation' activity.Entry is by koha and open to families and archaeology fans of all ages. Drinks and snacks available for purchase on the day!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/christchurch/Ōtautahi-festival-of-archaeology/100001986147356208
- **Event Categories**: festivals, art, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: NZD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Christchurch
- **state**: CA
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Kate Sheppard House
- **lat**: -43.523701
- **long**: 172.5879297
- **full address**: Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology being held?
  - **A:** Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Christchurch, New Zealand.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology?
  - **A:** Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology is organized by Kate Sheppard House.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Kate Sheppard House's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Kate Sheppard House a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Kate Sheppard House has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Christchurch, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Ōtautahi Festival of Archaeology sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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