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My Modern 'Love Affair' with the Canterbury Provincial Council Buildings by Peter Beaven
Peter Beaven 'longtime tenant and activist architect' will give an enthusiastic tour/lecture on how these buildings daily inspires him as a 'Modernist Architect'. Discover why Peter Beaven considers Mountfort's practical design of the Canterbury Provincial Council Buildings is relevant today.
Bring your walking shoes as Peter has permission to roam through the buildings!
Please book by phoning 03 941 7680
Heritage Week aims to raise awareness of our special heritage places, and the importance and benefits of conserving them. 2008's theme is RETROspective: Christchurch life, architecture and design 1940s - 1970s. Get ready for some retro fun!
organisation:
cost:
Free
dates:
Tue 21 Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Thu 23 Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
venue:
Canterbury Provincial Council Buildings, Durham St, Christchurch
region:
Canterbury, New Zealand
Related links
MetService - New Zealand Weather
Don't let the weather at outdoor events and activities surprise you. Be prepared by visiting New Zealand's national weather website.
Early Christchurch - A Brief Outline
Learn all about the early days of Christchurch from the Christchurch City Library.
The Architectural Heritage of Christchurch
An occasional series of titles published by the Heritage team of the Christchurch City Council. From Christchurch City Libraries.
Canterbury - Te Ara
Learn about the historic Canterbury area on Te Ara, The online encyclopedia of New Zealand.
MetService - New Zealand Weather
Don't let the weather at outdoor events and activities surprise you. Be prepared by visiting New Zealand's national weather website.
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