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East Taieri Explore History

Wednesday, 12th November 2014

East Taieri Explore History

The gold students found were teeny tiny specks of alluvial gold - can you see it?  

  • East Taieri Explore HistoryThe gold students found were teeny tiny specks of alluvial gold - can you see it?
  • East Taieri Explore HistoryI demonstrated different techniques of gold panning for the students

East Taieri students were very lucky today as they were able to have our Museum Director David Clarke step in to speak to them about the history of Arrowtown in the museum!

As well having the opportunity to hear David speak, the students also had a terrifying lesson with Miss Grey in an 1800's school room and went gold panning at the Arrow River.

These hands on learning experiences really helped students improve their understanding of what life was like in central Otago during the gold rush. Things were pretty tough during the 1800's, students got caned in schools, miners could only travel by walking or riding horses, there was no electricity or indoor plumbing, and finding gold was hard!

What was your favourite activity when you visited the Lakes District Museum?

Do you think life is easier today compared to during the gold rush? Why?

Answer my questions and comment about your visit below.

Thanks for visiting East Taieri School!