World in Flames; South Canterbury and World War II marks 80 years since local people celebrated peace after nearly six years of terrible conflict.

The exhibition follows New Zealand’s forces as they fight across the globe and tells the story of local people as they take part in the conflict. It also looks at the home front and how South Cantabrians mobilised to support the war effort and the troops overseas. Kiwis fought in the air, on the sea, and on the land during the war. Meanwhile those at home raised funds, sent supplies and readied themselves to fight off a possible invasion on South Canterbury’s shores.

Running until 10 August

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