14 October 2023

Lessons in School Heritage - a tour of Christ's College

College welcomes you inside the gates to visit some of the oldest educational buildings in New Zealand.

Tours will be taken by heritage specialists who will provide an insight into the history of this academic institution.

Christ’s College is the city’s oldest school and possesses one of the most significant groups of heritage educational buildings in the city. The school was founded in Lyttelton in 1851, relocated to Christchurch in 1852 and established on its present site in 1857. 

The college is associated with a number of leading city architects. Guided tours of the College will include the Christ's College Chapel, Dining Hall, Jacobs House, and Big School.

Free
Show on map

Tours will be taken by heritage specialists who will provide an insight into the history of this academic institution.

Christ’s College is the city’s oldest school and possesses one of the most significant groups of heritage educational buildings in the city. The school was founded in Lyttelton in 1851, relocated to Christchurch in 1852 and established on its present site in 1857. 

The college is associated with a number of leading city architects. Guided tours of the College will include the Christ's College Chapel, Dining Hall, Jacobs House, and Big School.

Location
Christ's College, 33 Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central

Event contact

Gill Blackler
03 364 6868
gill.blackler@christscollege.com

Other events you may be interested in

Mending Club

Stay connected with the app

Download the What's On app and discover what's on in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Get it on Google Play Get it on Apple Store

Takiuru ki ā mātou ratonga
Log in to our services