Welcome to the Canterbury History Foundation
We are a charitable organisation which aims to encourage and support study, research, publication and interest in History, particularly in Canterbury, and to promote awareness of the social value of History in our community.
Your interest is appreciated, and new members are always welcome to join the CHF. For information on how to join please see our membership page.
We are an incorporated society and a Registered Charity (CC45220). Donations may be made at any time to help support the promotion of History in Canterbury. All donations are tax-deductible.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Canterbury History Foundation is pleased to announce the following events for 2026:
Matariki lunch at Riccarton House and Bush
- When: Sunday 12 July 2026
- Cost: TBC
- Tickets: To book, please email Frieda Looser.
Jim Gardner Memorial Lecture
- When: Sunday 26 July 2026
History in Our Countryside: full day history bus tour
- When: Sunday 27 September 2026, 9.30am-5pm
- Cost: $50 pp payable to Frieda Looser History Ltd (lunch not included)
- Tickets: To book, please email Frieda Looser.
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