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est. 1868: A Champion Gladioli Grower
Curator Moira White explains why these medals, awarded by the Dunedin Horticultural Society, are part of the quirkiest category in est. 1868.
est. 1868: if looks could kill
Stone cold killer, hideous monster and protector against evil… the story of Medusa has taken many forms over the centuries. Honorary Curator Robert Hannah delves into her fascinating past.
Est. 1868: All the trimmings
Honorary Curator Jane Malthus unpicks the story behind the evening gown on display in the fanciest category in est. 1868.
Est. 1868: Soapstone whio
Curator, Māori, Rachel Wesley takes a closer look at the story behind one of the items currently on display in the futurest case in est. 1868 – the carved soapstone whio.
Est. 1868: In the Soup
The preserved school shark currently on display in our est. 1868 exhibition doesn’t look especially tasty, but shark is a popular dish on menus the world over. With this year’s World Food Day (celebrated 16 October) taking the theme “our actions are our future,” we take a look at how our appetite for shark is impacting its future.
Est. 1868: Crap Coffee
This week in our est. 1868 blog series we're looking at what this little critter has to do with the production of the world's most expensive coffee, to celebrate World Coffee Day!
est. 1868: Love on the Forest Floor
The next instalment in our est. 1868 blog series: the mating game of kiwis.
est.1868: A Walk on the Wild Side
In the latest instalment of our est.1868 blog series, Curator, Humanities Moira White explains why these rugged boots, now over a century old, are included in the deadliest category.
est. 1868: A Performance of Puppets
September is New Zealand Theatre Month. In a nod to all things theatrical, Curator Moira White explores the ancient Javanese tradition of wayang puppet theatre.
est. 1868: Early Days at the Otago Museum
Honorary Curator Rosi Crane digs into the early days of Otago Museum.
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