27 April 2025

Discover Herstory: Super Sleuth Quest

Seek out the story of a suffrage hero.

These school holidays - step into history and uncover the inspiring stories of suffrage heroes in this interactive Super Sleuth Quest.

This activity will introduce historical figures including the extraordinary suffragist leader Kate Sheppard, Sir John Hall her suffrage 'carpet knight', suffrage colleague Ada Wells and Kate's faithful friend, Alfred Saunders.

Dress up and explore the museum to find hidden clues then piece together the stories of these trailblazing characters and their fight for equality and civil rights for all citizens.

Each participant will come away as a Suffrage Super Sleuth.

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These school holidays - step into history and uncover the inspiring stories of suffrage heroes in this interactive Super Sleuth Quest.

This activity will introduce historical figures including the extraordinary suffragist leader Kate Sheppard, Sir John Hall her suffrage 'carpet knight', suffrage colleague Ada Wells and Kate's faithful friend, Alfred Saunders.

Dress up and explore the museum to find hidden clues then piece together the stories of these trailblazing characters and their fight for equality and civil rights for all citizens.

Each participant will come away as a Suffrage Super Sleuth.

Location
Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House, 83 Clyde Road, Ilam

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