August 2024

Potton on & Burton and Central Stories invite you to an unforgettable evening:
Book Launch: “Geckos & Skinks – The Remarkable Lizards of Aotearoa” by Anna Yeoman
Join us as we celebrate the launch of a groundbreaking book that delves deep into the secretive world of New Zealand’s fascinating lizards.
Date & Time: Saturday, 5th October, 5:00 PM
Location: Central Stories Museum & Art Gallery
RSVP: By 2nd October to manager@centralstories.com

Date: Sunday, 1st SeptemberTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMVenue: Central StoriesAdmission: By Donation Event Overview Join us for an enchanting day at the WoolOn Community Expo, where we celebrate the art and heritage of wool. This intimate event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of wool—through Read more…

Prepare yourself for an evening of enchanting music as renowned violinist Cathy Irons joins forces with the highly acclaimed Douce Ambiance Jazz Quartet. This concert promises to be a journey through a vibrant musical landscape, showcasing the versatility of the violin in a way you’ve never heard before.
Concert date: Saturday 12th October at 7.30pm

Showing Heafey Gallery from 20th September- 12th October Welcome to the Winterstellar Night Sky Photographic Exhibition Immerse Yourself in the Wonders of the Cosmos Join us for the 2024 Winterstellar Night Sky Photographic Exhibition, a breathtaking showcase of celestial artistry hosted at the Central Stories Museum and Art Galleries. Running Read more…

Dark, clear skies, unique celestial features and otherworldly landscapes make stargazing in Central Otago a magical experience.

Night sky photographer, Andy Davey explores the cultural and astronomical aspects of the night skies unique to our Southern Hemisphere.

Date: 6:30 pm, Tuesday 20 August 2024
Location: Central Stories Museum & Art Gallery

This Heritage Talk also celebrates the launch of the museum’s Winter Stellar Exhibition.

Experience the Unforgettable: “Baroness” by Marea Colombo. What would you do if you became the richest woman in the world overnight? Multi-award winning comedian Marea Colombo tells the tale of Angela Burdett-Coutts, the greatest Baroness you’ve never heard of. In a unique take on stand-up comedy, Baroness will be a chaotic and critical analysis of the state of the world. Because you know what they say – mo’ money, mo’ problems.
Baroness marks Colombo’s third solo piece and is produced under Late Bloomers. Late Bloomers is an Otepoi-based theatre company founded by local creatives Marea Colombo and Bronwyn Wallace. The pair focus on creating original works that tell stories in innovative ways