Victoria’s School of Architecture celebrates 40 years
The exhibition, held at the University’s campus in Te Aro from 18 March to 16 April, captures moments from the School’s rich history and presents them as a story covering the past 40 years.
The School of Architecture was formally established in 1975, with the first class of students entering in March 1976. The School started with a student roll of just 25—today there are over 1,000.
Professor Joanna Merwood-Salisbury, current Head of the School, says the exhibition is a great opportunity for the public to see the work staff and students have worked on over the years.
"The exhibition illustrates the impact students and staff at the School of Architecture have had on Wellington since 1975. Many of the ideas tested in the School, from inner city apartment living to the development of the waterfront for public use, have now been realised.”
The exhibition will include a range of large scale photographs that highlight the people of the School and their innovative, hands-on and often very quirky actions.
Alumni of the School and the general public are also invited to attend a number of events from 18–19 March, including an academic symposium and day of celebrationwhich will reflect on architecture of the past, and look to what might happen in the future.
What: School of Architecture 40 Year Anniversary exhibition
Where: The Atrium, Faculty of Architecture and Design, Victoria University of Wellington, 139 Vivian St, Te Aro, Wellington
When: 18 March–16 April 2016
Hours: Weekdays 9am–5pm
For more information go to http://bit.ly/1OMkUge or contact Carolyn Jowsey on 04-463 6120 or carolyn.jowsey@vuw.ac.nz.