Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue

Regal Statues

Removal of beer can, Queen Victoria Statue, Victoria Square

Regal Statues

Removal of beer can, Queen Victoria Statue, Victoria Square

16 June 1986

A volunteer from Alf's Imperial Army scaling the statue of Queen Victoria in Victoria square to remove a beer can following a re-enactment battle between Alf's Army and the Ferrymead Historical Fire Society.

Creator: Christchurch Star

Area: Central City / Central Christchurch - North

Source: Christchurch Star Archive

Reference ID: CCL-StarP-00002A

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Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue

7 March 2008

Exterior view of the entrance to Canterbury Museum. The Rolleston Statue of William Rolleston is visible in the foreground. The entrance to the Botanic Gardens is in the background.

Creator: Milly Hopkins

Area: West / Hagley Park