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Friends Forever - Friends of Tūhura Otago Museum for 100 Years

Friends Forever - Friends of Tūhura Otago Museum for 100 Years

By: Friends of Tūhura Otago Museum
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Summary

 Ceramics from Persia, an articulated seal pup, a helmet from the 12th century, enough Victorian chairs to fill a ballroom – what do these things have in common? Friends. Whose friends? The friends of Tūhura Otago Museum. Tune in as we share stories and knowledge celebrating the Friends of Tūhura’s 100th anniversary.(C)Otago Access Radio Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 14-05-2026 - Dr Georgia Ciaran - Tūhura Philanthropy

    14-05-2026 - Dr Georgia Ciaran - Tūhura Philanthropy
    May 14 2026
    Without donations, charitable cultural institutions struggle to survive. Dr Georgia Ciaran has made it her life’s mission to help keep irreplaceable icons like Tūhura Otago Museum thriving for generations to come. On today’s show, our guest, the head of philanthropy and development at Tūhura, describes how every penny given can leave a lasting legacy. Georgia gives our listeners insight into the impact of philanthropy at Tūhura - from sprinklers to collection management. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    25 mins
  • 07-05-2026 - E/Prof Nancy Longnecker, Tūhura Friends President

    07-05-2026 - E/Prof Nancy Longnecker, Tūhura Friends President
    May 7 2026
    Host of Friends Forever and Friends president Nancy Longnecker is in the hotseat, with co-host Rafael and guest host Joëlle quizzing the science communication emerita professor on her long career and dedication to the Friends. Nancy discusses her work on the Friends’ centenary exhibition as well as the million other things she juggles to keep the Association helping Tūhura. A lifetime of helping to better communicate and inform the public, spanning agriculture, Moriori and much more; Nancy shares snippets of her fascinating life with listeners. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    26 mins
  • 30-04-2026 - Tim Medlicott, Tūhura Archives volunteer

    30-04-2026 - Tim Medlicott, Tūhura Archives volunteer
    Apr 30 2026
    Retirement hasn’t stopped Dr Tim Medlicott from active contributions to the community. After about 40 years as a GP, Tim is an active Friend of Tūhura Otago Museum and consistent and substantial volunteer with the museum’s Archives Project. The Association of Friends support the Archives Project with funding and volunteers. Friends are summarising and scanning documents including letters to and from HD Skinner, one of the museum’s influential directors. The letters detail unique item acquisitions and provide insights into the personalities and their sense of purpose. Tim shares some of the fascinating stories that he has come across through his work with the Archives Project. This show was broadcast on OAR 105.4FM Dunedin - oar.org.nz and made thanks to the support of NZ on Air.
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    27 mins
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