A concept design for the museum's proposed redevelopment shows the blue whale skeleton on display in a new full-height atrium. Photo: Canterbury MuseumCantabrians have until April 6 to make submissions on the critical redevelopment plans needed to keep the region's museum open. Resource consent for Canterbury Museum’s proposed redevelopment was notified by the Christchurch City Council on Saturday. The museum’s redevelopment plans involved consultation with key stakeholders and the public last year. Museum director Anthony Wright said the plans received positive feedback during the consultation process.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 09, 2021 22:18 UTC