Junior Genealogists

Family research drop-in activities for kids

Grab your family and spend some time together exploring the Toitū Otago Settlers Museum galleries.
Relive the good old days with your family elders by taking a ride on the Trolley Bus, celebrate your ancestors, and check out our whānau friendly family history activities at the Research Centre.

Become a junior genealogist and make your own 3D family tree.
You wood not believe how fun it is to learn more about all the branches of your whakapapa!

Interview your grandparents, wider family elders, guardians, and friends!
Learn all about their time as kids, the toys they liked best, and what are their favourite memories. Perhaps write a letter to your future ancestors, letting them know about your life today in Ōtepoti Dunedin 2023!

10am – 2pm, Thursday 6 July
Research Centre
Free