Honouring our heritage by learning and bringing it to life
Visit our open day at the NZ Chinese Association Hall celebrating early Chinese and their heritage, from the past to calling Ōtautahi Christchurch home.
The New Zealand Chinese Association dates back to 1937 in Christchurch. We are showcasing the unique identity of early Chinese migrants by exhibiting the historical Chinese New Zealander experiences and their stories. Chinese people have been settling in New Zealand since the late 1800s. We reflect on the hardships and highlights of the early Chinese settlers who chose to call New Zealand home, and their cultural identity to the present day - celebrating cultural diversity in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Our open day is about sharing our stories such as linking relationships with Far North iwi, learning about Chinese history and experiences from those who came before us, who, in sharing knowledge and education, have created better pathways for future generations.
There is a full day’s program of activities:
Health and wellbeing
9am-10am Tai Chi
Cancer Society Stand – Cancer Awareness (Q & A from 9am – 12.30pm)
Language and culture
9.30-11.30am NZCA Canterbury Chinese Language School Open day. Chinese lessons in Cantonese (only school offering Cantonese heritage language), along with Beginners, Intermediate and Advance Mandarin classes in action.
10.30am-4pm
All day Lantern making session – create an original lantern to be displayed at the upcoming “Happy Chinese New Year Festival” – Friday 9th-11th February 2024 (Materials will be supplied).
Historical NZCA publications, photo’s, Chinese Traditional festivals, Powerpoint slides displaying NZCA Canterbury families and the community.
2.30pm Traditional Chinese dance performance - Ao Lan Dance Team.
Cooking demonstration
11.30-1.30pm Learn the art of making Mooncakes and dumplings over a cup of tea. Chinese traditional tea tasting, tea etiquette, make your own Bubble tea ($2).
Activities
Food Sales: BBQ Pork buns, Mooncakes, dumplings, chicken curry, noodles…
Give Sports a Go: Badminton, Mah Jong, Pickle Ball and Table Tennis
1-2pm Cultural Performance and Workshop: Ao Lan Dancers
2.30-4pm Qiao Yi Hong De Lion Dance Team
Registration Day: 74th Annual NZCA Easter Sports Tournament and Cultural Show, held in Wellington (Friday 29th March to Easter Monday 1st April 2024)
We warmly welcome everyone to bring along family and friends to engage with our community, explore our history and to learn we are one of many diverse ethnic communities in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Photo: Allenton School, Ashburton 1950.
The New Zealand Chinese Association dates back to 1937 in Christchurch. We are showcasing the unique identity of early Chinese migrants by exhibiting the historical Chinese New Zealander experiences and their stories. Chinese people have been settling in New Zealand since the late 1800s. We reflect on the hardships and highlights of the early Chinese settlers who chose to call New Zealand home, and their cultural identity to the present day - celebrating cultural diversity in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Our open day is about sharing our stories such as linking relationships with Far North iwi, learning about Chinese history and experiences from those who came before us, who, in sharing knowledge and education, have created better pathways for future generations.
There is a full day’s program of activities:
Health and wellbeing
9am-10am Tai Chi
Cancer Society Stand – Cancer Awareness (Q & A from 9am – 12.30pm)
Language and culture
9.30-11.30am NZCA Canterbury Chinese Language School Open day. Chinese lessons in Cantonese (only school offering Cantonese heritage language), along with Beginners, Intermediate and Advance Mandarin classes in action.
10.30am-4pm
All day Lantern making session – create an original lantern to be displayed at the upcoming “Happy Chinese New Year Festival” – Friday 9th-11th February 2024 (Materials will be supplied).
Historical NZCA publications, photo’s, Chinese Traditional festivals, Powerpoint slides displaying NZCA Canterbury families and the community.
2.30pm Traditional Chinese dance performance - Ao Lan Dance Team.
Cooking demonstration
11.30-1.30pm Learn the art of making Mooncakes and dumplings over a cup of tea. Chinese traditional tea tasting, tea etiquette, make your own Bubble tea ($2).
Activities
Food Sales: BBQ Pork buns, Mooncakes, dumplings, chicken curry, noodles…
Give Sports a Go: Badminton, Mah Jong, Pickle Ball and Table Tennis
1-2pm Cultural Performance and Workshop: Ao Lan Dancers
2.30-4pm Qiao Yi Hong De Lion Dance Team
Registration Day: 74th Annual NZCA Easter Sports Tournament and Cultural Show, held in Wellington (Friday 29th March to Easter Monday 1st April 2024)
We warmly welcome everyone to bring along family and friends to engage with our community, explore our history and to learn we are one of many diverse ethnic communities in Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Photo: Allenton School, Ashburton 1950.
NZ Chinese Association Hall, 22 St Asaph St, Christchurch Central
Event contact
New Zealand Chinese Association Canterbury IncOther events you may be interested in
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