Discovery Zone
DISCOVER - Tarawera Eruption Survivor Experiences Learn their stories
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Learn more about the 1886 eruption through the eyes of those who lived through the events of the disaster. Suitable for Years 5 - 10.
Your task is to read about the experiences of four people who lived through the Tarawera Eruption of 1886. A very important event that changed the course of history not only for Rotorua but also New Zealand. It destroyed the famous Pink and White Terraces and tragically killed over 120 people.
In this activity you will read each account and then answer the questions that follow.
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Tuttle & Co. Ruins of Te Mu church, Te Wairoa after the 10 June 1886 Tarawera eruption. OP-2972. Collection of Rotorua Museum Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa
George Wilson, Rescue party at Lake Tarawera with whale boat after Tarawera eruption. Collection of Rotorua Museum Te Whare Taonga o Te Arawa
Featured Education Programme
Pioneer Days Education ProgrammeRotorua Settlers and Steam Museum
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Venue: Rotorua Settlers and Steam Museum, Robinson Ave, Holdens Bay, Rotorua
Curriculum Links: Social Sciences, English, Technology and Science
Suitable for: Year 1-10 Students
Duration: 2 hours
