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Nelson Provincial Museum - Entry & Guided Tour of Life Before Dinosaurs Exhibition
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Grab this fantastic deal for Museum entry and a fascinating guided tour of the "Life Before Dinosaurs" exhibition at the Nelson Provincial Museum - it's the Summer Exhibition not to be missed!
Grab this fantastic deal for Museum entry and a fascinating guided tour of the "Life Before Dinosaurs" exhibition at the Nelson Provincial Museum - it's the Summer Exhibition not to be missed!
Highlights
- See the amazing Permian exhibition and discover fascinating full-size animatronic models and fossilised skeletons
- Enjoy an in-depth guided tour of the temporary exhibition with a knowledgable guide
- Explore the rest of the Museum and discover the way the area’s geology has shaped the lives of its people
- Fun for the whole family, offering an opportunity for hours of discovery
- Get access to all other temporary exhibitions (when available)
The Nelson Provincial Museum is New Zealand’s oldest museum with collections that include a regional social history photographic collection, Taonga Māori (Maori treasures), art, and some natural history specimens.
You have full access to the Museum and can also enjoy an amazing tour with an expert guide through our current exhibition “Life Before Dinosaurs - Permian Monsters”.
Step back in time 290 million years and find out about the greatest extinction the world has ever seen when monsters of the “Permian” time ruled the world before the age of dinosaurs. You'll see giant insects, fascinating sharks, strange reptiles and meet the amazing giant saber-toothed Gorgonopsid Inostrancevia - the top predator of the time!
You can also discover the captivating stories and history and Taonga (treasures) of the six Mana Whenua Iwi (local tribes) of Mohua, Motueka, and Whakatu, and learn about Nelson’s interesting geology and fascinating history of geological exploration and mining.
Save money and time spent waiting in line by pre-booking your admission to the Nelson Provincial Museum and experience its interesting exhibitions and guided tour today!
Address: The Nelson Provincial Museum, Trafalgar and Hardy Streets, Nelson Central
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