Unwrapping an Icon – Episode 7: Stairway to Heaven… or should we say Tudor Towers?
Saturday, 18 October 2025
Episode 7 of Unwrapping an Icon is here, and it’s all about the legendary dual staircase at Rotorua Museum!
Since 1908, thousands have climbed these iconic steps – from bath house days, through the Tudor Towers era, and into its life as a beloved museum and art gallery.
After 120 years of loyal service (and smashing their step count goals!), these stairs got the TLC they deserved thanks to Lee Brothers Cabinets and Joinery.
Discover the clever techniques and tools used to build them way back when – and how they’ve stood the test of time!
March to September: 6 months of careful removal, refurbishment, and now safely stored, ready to return once the strengthened foyer is complete.
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