A woman and a man gather around heritage artifact

Do you have historical items that you care for?
Are you interested in learning more about how to preserve and share your collection?

Come along to this special free heritage event; Heritage in Action, on Monday 16 December from 10am–3.30pm at Te Ara Ātea.

Hear from some leading professionals, who will share their knowledge and practical skills for writing engaging content, managing pests, photographing your collection, and applying for funding.

The day will start with a welcome from our Selwyn District Council Heritage team, there will then be a talk from Erna Tidy, Associate Registrar at Canterbury Museum, about practical and sustainable pest management, followed by a morning tea and networking.

Before lunch, hear from freelance writer Liz Grant on tips and tricks for keeping your visitors engaged through clever storytelling.

In the afternoon, Keeper of Photographs at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand, Matthew O’Sullivan, will teach you about photographing 3D objects and South Island Manager for New Zealand Micrographic Services (NZMS), Dr Stephen Hardman, will discuss how to attract funding for the local cultural heritage sectors.

Bookings required, please register your interest by email to selwyn.stories@selwyn.govt.nz

Find out more at: selwynstories.selwynlibraries.co.nz

Last modified: 03 Dec 2024 4:20pm