Collecting History 2025

Collecting History 2025 at Founders Park!
Saturday 18 October | 10am – 4pm | Free entry for locals

Step back in time and uncover the stories behind the treasures that make up our past! The Nelson Historical Society will be at this year’s Collecting History event at Founders — alongside our friends from the Nelson Philatelic Society, NZSG Nelson Branch, and other passionate collectors, dealers, and history buffs.

We’ll have a few mystery items on display — including one that has completely stumped its owner! Think you can help us solve the puzzle?

???? Bring along your own fascinating artefacts or family heirlooms, tell us their stories, and you might be featured in our brand new Show & Tell series on Facebook!

Free information sessions:
Caring for Artefacts in Your Own Home – with Shae Trewin (11.30am & 1pm)
From Memories to Masterpieces: Tips and Tricks on Life Story Writing – with Sarah Ryder (2pm)

So grab that old object from the back of the cupboard, bring it along, and share its story with fellow history lovers. You never know what you might discover!