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est. 1868: The Biggest Birthday Banner
For the last installment of our est. 1868 blog series, Curator Moira White investigates the story behind our supersized birthday banner.
est. 1868: A Fascinating Face
In 1862, two years before it was official practice, the Dunedin postmaster began perforating sheets of Queen Victoria stamps. Honorary Curator Melville Carr takes a closer look at the many different designs used during the monarch's long reign.
est. 1868: Alexander and Darius
Despite its tiny size, this painting has many stories to tell. Honorary Curator Robert Hannah explores its history.
est. 1868: The fossil that fuelled a deadly disaster
Found preserved in rocks in Westland’s Grey Valley, this fossil leaf is a reminder of the worst industrial disaster in New Zealand’s history. Honorary Curator Rosi Crane digs into its deadly past.
est. 1868: The story behind our Balmain dress
A fine example of haute couture can be found in the rarest category of est. 1868. Honorary Curator Jane Malthus explains how a 1948 Balmain dress ended up in the Otago Museum collection.
Est. 1868: The allure of Aphrodite
She’s been a symbol of love and beauty for many thousands of years. Honorary Curator Robert Hannah takes a deeper look at the story behind Aphrodite’s nude form.
Est. 1868: Hats off to fashion
Petite hats were the height of fashion in the 1870s. Honorary Curator Jane Malthus takes a closer look at the 19th century trend for tiny headpieces.
est. 1868: Stirn’s Optimus detective camera
Designed to fit beneath a waistcoat, with only the lens showing through a buttonhole, this small-for-its-time camera provoked some interesting reactions when it launched in the 1880s.
Est. 1868: Waste not, want not
Why does a preserving jar filled with elastic appear in the quirkiest category of est. 1868? Honorary Curator Jane Malthus explains.
Est. 1868: Bachelor beware
What stories are hidden inside this tiny box, currently on display in est. 1868? Curator Moira White takes a peek.
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