185 Empty Chairs, Christchurch

Name: 185 Empty Chairs
Address: Corner of Cashel and Madras Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

#60 among attractions in Christchurch

Memorial, Memorial site, Public art

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185 empty chairs, also known as 185 white chairs or 185 empty white chairs or simply as 185 chairs, is an unofficial memorial for the 185 individuals who died in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. Envisaged as a short-term installation made from chairs painted white, it has become a major tourist attraction in Christchurch, New Zealand. Installed at the day of the earthquake's first anniversary, it preceded the official earthquake memorial—the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial—by five years. As of 2017, there is a desire to turn the temporary installation into a permanent fixture. ()

Coordinates: 43°31'60"S, 172°38'35"E

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Corner of Cashel and Madras StreetCentral CityChristchurch New Zealand

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185 Empty Chairs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to 185 Empty Chairs?

Nearby attractions include Cardboard Cathedral, Christchurch (2 min walk), Latimer Square, Christchurch (5 min walk), The Octagon, Christchurch (7 min walk), City Mall, Christchurch (8 min walk).

How to get to 185 Empty Chairs by public transport?

The nearest stations to 185 Empty Chairs:

Tram

Stop (9 min walk)
The Crossing (7 min walk)

Bus

Ara Institute • Lines: 95 (7 min walk)
Hereford St near Colombo St • Lines: 17 (8 min walk)