Dannevirke Gallery of History
Dannevirke Gallery of History
Dannevirke Gallery of History
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10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
About
The Dannevirke Gallery of History is situated in the historically significant “Old Court House”. It houses archives of the Dannevirke town and district, including old photographs, equipment and many more artifacts. We hold maps, plans, photographs, diaries, letters, manuscripts, records, audio tapes, family histories, church archives, business archives, biographies, archaeology records, newspapers, fine arts, artifacts, archives and natural history specimens. We offer services to genealogists, amateur historians, academics, teachers, school students, commercial ventures, planners, resource managers and the curious. Fun for all the family!
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phelv
Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand18 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
nursery rhymes in 3D....lil kids enjoy adults get it....the detail is amazing....worth a visit...appreciate the work and love it holds....
Written 12 July 2019
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Gabriel H
Bellaire, TX7,051 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
You drive through Dannevirke, a Scandinavian settlement started in 1872, as you drive South on SH 2, from Napier to Wellington. For several decades, the town focused on sawmills and the Gallery recounts much of this history. The Gallery was established in the old Courthouse, an historically important building in town. It is an interesting collection of documents and photos, a treasure trove for a genealogist: church archives, archaeology records, family histories, letters, maps and a number of artifacts relevant to the town's history can be found.
Written 14 April 2019
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Paul J
Leicester, UK467 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
This is an interesting small museum located in the old court house. We parked on the road outside. One room is dedicated to the Scandinavian settlers that settled in this area - it would be good for family history research. The museum was quiet when we went - the lady running it was helpful.
Written 12 March 2019
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Francis M
Bedale, UK1,171 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
We called in here, to fill in a little time before continuing our journey. It is a small museum highlighting the history of the town and the area, and also the history of the predominantly Scandinavian settlers who came here. Many of the objects were familiar to us, being from the early 50's and 69's onwards. Situated in the old courthouse, opposite the police station, a worthwhile place to spend an hour or so. Entry fee of $2 only.
Written 15 February 2019
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gjsamson
Alberta, Canada688 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
This small history museum is stuffed to the rafters with all the local history. The history of the big fire in October 1917 is very interesting. There is so many items in this small space you will likely miss something.
Worth a visit. It's only $2.00 to enter.
Worth a visit. It's only $2.00 to enter.
Written 5 June 2018
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dennisp859
Geraldton, Australia800 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
Passing through Dannesvirke we stopped and visited this site.
Housed in the old town courthouse it gives a great insight into the districts history.
Many of the early settlers were Danish and Swedish.
There is a small charge with local staff providing information about the district and town.
Very interesting.
Housed in the old town courthouse it gives a great insight into the districts history.
Many of the early settlers were Danish and Swedish.
There is a small charge with local staff providing information about the district and town.
Very interesting.
Written 27 December 2017
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joken630
Ashburton, New Zealand252 contributions
Oct 2017 • Friends
The Gallery of History is housed in the Historical 1906 Courthouse. The Gallery offers insights to Scandinavian and local memorabilia, interesting exhibits of historical significance, and much much more. The Gallery is run by very helpful and knowledgeable volunteers and has a minimal charge to enter. Generally open during the week and some weekend days. Well worth the visit.
Written 28 November 2017
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