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!
From Sunday, 1st September to Tuesday, 17th September, Central Stories will showcase the remarkable winning garments from the WoolOn Creative Fashion Event. Dive into the world of wool with a video presentation highlighting the stunning WoolOn fashion show. From Nature Comes Fashion Starting as a modest event, WoolOn has evolved Read more…
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…
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.