Primary and Secondary School Visits

Explore the world of ancient heroes, myths and monsters at the UC Teece Museum!

Based in Christchurch’s historic Arts Centre, the UC Teece Museum is the only dedicated museum of classical antiquities in New Zealand. We offer customised lessons, designed to meet the learning needs of your class.

Part of the University of Canterbury, the Teece Museum offers free in-house visits for primary and secondary school classes from Year 1 to Year 13, and online resources for learning in-class. Each visit combines hands-on experiences with ancient artefacts, group activities in the Museum, and time for students to explore by themselves.

The Museum can be used to explore a wide variety of disciplines – classics, history, art history, social studies, geography, and fine arts.

Planning your visit

The Museum is available for school groups by appointment Monday to Friday 9am-4.30pm. Contact our team to make a booking.

Free Resources

These resources are designed to give you some ideas and information about class visits to the Museum, alongside practical notes about how to find us or contact us. The resources are just possible starting points. We are happy to discuss with teachers alternative lesson goals and activities.

Children’s University Activities

Online Resources for exploring the Logie Collection

Central City Educational Opportunities

Make the most of your class visit into the centre city by visiting more than one of the great local arts and heritage attractions. Nearby the Teece Museum, the Rutherford’s Den, Canterbury Museum, Christchurch Art Gallery and the Botanic Gardens are all located within easy walking distance.