Open ChCh: Children's Activities

Enjoy a colouring-in activity based on the interior elements of one of the larger and more prominent Mountfort-designed Gothic Revival churches, built when Papanui was still a village. Then hit the word finder activity based on the St Paul’s architectural features. Simple yet graceful, the recognisable kauri structure’s high ceiling lifts worshippers’ voices heavenwards. Take in its exposed wooden trusses, which showcase the craft of the build.

Join Open Christchurch on 15 & 16 May. With 46 open buildings, two guided central city walks and dozens of special activities (from children’s workshops to performance as well as expert talks and tours), Open Christchurch 2021 is a celebration of our architecture. Discover new spaces or get up close to buildings you love, for free.