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Exhibiting in the Heafey Gallery 18th November- 30th December 2024

Prepare to be swept away by the captivating Celtic sounds of “Half Light” – a magical collaboration between two masters of folk and traditional music, Rennie Pearson and Bob McNeill. Playing on Saturday 11th January at 7.30pm. Tickets $25 Half Light – An Enchanting Evening of Celtic Music Prepare to Read more…

Saturday 14th December 10am- 2pm. Make your Christmas Day special by joining us for our annual pre-Christmas Artisan Market Day showcasing some of the best of Central Otago’s artisan producers, wineries, and craftspeople. Santa will be here from 10.30am- 1.30pm in Santa’s Grotto, with a professional photographer! Central Otago Artisan Read more…

Join accomplished musicians Lucca Ballara (voice), Kyle Hsieh (piano/ percussion), and Rakuto Kurano (violin/ piano) for an enchanting evening of classical arrangements and musical theatre favourites on Tuesday 19th November at 6.30pm Soothing Springs: Alexandra Date: Tuesday, November 19Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM NZDTLocation: Central Stories Museum and Art Read more…

A short film of stunning astrophotography timelapse Upcoming Screening Times at Central Cinema, Alexandra Every Monday – 5.30pm Every Sunday – 12.00pm Noon Ticket price $10 adult, $5 child or $25 for family. Contact us (info@winterstellar.com) with special requests for ‘On Demand’ bookings for 10 or more people (at least 2 weeks Read more…

Celebrating 60 Years of Ceramic Artistry, this exhibition is on from 2nd November- 11th December 2024. We are thrilled to announce a special exhibition showcasing the talent and creativity of the Alexandra Pottery Club. Join us in celebrating six decades of pottery mastery with “Inspired by Clay 2024.” Exhibition Details Read more…

19 October – 11 November 2024. Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery is proud to present “Art and Poetry,” a captivating exhibition, in the Heafey Gallery, by Michael Harlow, one of New Zealand’s most distinguished poets. About the Exhibition “Art and Poetry” showcases the unique intersection of visual arts and Read more…

Lots of fun, activities, competitions happening at Central Stories this school holidays

Celebrate Blossom Festival at Central Stories! Join us at Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery for a spectacular celebration this year. There will be lots of activities for the kids to do, Central Otago Arts Annual Blossom Festival Exhibition, Wintersteller Night Sky Photographic Exhibition, Tasting table of Central Otago products- Read more…

Come along and view this amazing exhibition from Thursday 26th September- Friday 4th October, daily from 10am- 4pm. $2.00 entry. This year’s even more special as the Central Otago Arts Society is celebrating their 50th anniversary!! Happy Birthday COAS!