Illustrate your family history

Kaiteriteri. Nelson Provincial Museum, Barry Simpson Collection: 329647

Take advantage of our substantial online collection to illustrate your family history.

The collection captures centuries of history in our region through photography, objects, publications, art and Taonga Māori.

It’s all right there at your fingertips and very easy to search through.

Go to: www.collection.nelsonmuseum.co.nz/explore

Use the detailed search function to find exactly what you’re looking for - by name, category, production details or materials - or lose yourself amidst the colour-coded filter and nifty birds-eye-view!

Colour in your family tree or create an album of special local places. Build a short list of digital images and get them delivered directly to your inbox. Delight loved ones with your findings.