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Museum · Akaroa, Canterbury
Akaroa Museum
Museum of the history of Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula, opened in 1964 on Rue Lavaud. It includes the 1878 courthouse, the Langlois-Éteveneaux house from the 1840s, and the old customs house.
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About Akaroa Museum
The Akaroa Museum opened in 1964 on Rue Lavaud and tells the story of the village and the Banks Peninsula: the Ngāi Tahu Māori peoples, the arrival of French settlers in 1840, the dispute with Britain over sovereignty, and the community's life in the following decades.
The museum brings together several historic buildings. The main building houses the peninsula exhibitions. Beside it are the old courthouse, from 1878, and the Langlois-Éteveneaux house from the 1840s, one of the region's oldest buildings, with period furniture and objects.
The old customs house, from the 1850s, is on Rue Balguerie, near the bay edge. Together, the buildings help explain why the village, so far from France, still has streets with French names.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 45 minutes to an hour and a half.
Best time
Any time of year, especially in the afternoon after the boat trip. Confirm opening hours before you go.
How to get there
It is on Rue Lavaud, in central Akaroa, a few minutes' walk from the wharf.
Tip
After the museum, walk to the old customs house on Rue Balguerie and follow the bay edge to the lighthouse. Check whether there is an admission fee.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Akaroa Museum
What is in the Akaroa Museum?
Exhibitions on the history of the village and the Banks Peninsula, the old 1878 courthouse, the Langlois-Éteveneaux house from the 1840s and the old customs house.
Where is the Akaroa Museum?
On Rue Lavaud, in the village centre, near the wharf.
How long does a visit to the Akaroa Museum take?
About 45 minutes to an hour and a half, including the historic buildings.