Magnetic Observatory
Our Antarctic secret. Tucked away in the Christchurch Botanic Gardens is a building with ties to a magnificent history of adventure, exploration and heroism.
The workshop is the last remaining building of the historic Magnetic Observatory.
Early Antarctic explorers, local and international scientist, including Nobel prize winners, have made many discoveries here.
Their work is now celebrated in a permanent exhibition.
The workshop is the last remaining building of the historic Magnetic Observatory.
Early Antarctic explorers, local and international scientist, including Nobel prize winners, have made many discoveries here.
Their work is now celebrated in a permanent exhibition.
Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Avenue, Central City
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