An analogue cultural house
in Christchurch.
A place for books, reading, publishing, photography,
conversation, and slow creative practice.
What is Lighthouse?
More than a bookshop.
Lighthouse is a curated second-hand bookshop, independent press, gallery, and creative workspace centred around literature, photography, philosophy, and analogue culture.
Rather than simply selling books, Lighthouse exists to create spaces where people can read, think, make, publish, and connect.
- Curated second-hand books
- Lighthouse Press
- Photography and exhibitions
- Artist books and zines
- Reading rooms
- Workshops and talks
- Independent publishing
- Community conversations
Now open
Lighthouse:
Prototype No. 1
In partnership with Life in Vacant Spaces (LiVS)
Lighthouse is currently being presented as a week-long prototype exploring what a contemporary analogue cultural house might look like in Christchurch.
Visitors are invited to browse, read, participate in events, and help shape the future direction of Lighthouse.
Visit
361 Tuam Street
Christchurch
Opening night
Friday 7 August
5.00 pm–8.00 pm
Open daily
Saturday 8–Thursday 13 August
11.00 am–6.00 pm
Heather Sarin · Brad MacDonald · Elise Brown · Ben Chilvers
During Prototype No. 1
- 01A curated selection of books
- 02Lighthouse Press publications
- 03Photography and artwork
- 04Original paintings by Heather Sarin
- 05Live recordings of The Nature in Creativity podcast
- 06Talks and workshops
- 07Artist books and zines
- 08Quiet spaces to browse and read
Help shape Lighthouse
What would you like to see from a permanent analogue cultural house in Christchurch?
Visit the space, leave your thoughts, and become part of Lighthouse from the very beginning.
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