Jenny May Architectural Historian, Heritage Management Services

A.J. White's Department Store Family

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Alfred and Eliza believed so strongly in their social conscience that they lived not in a wealthy area, despite the wealth and the money they had made from their firm.  They liked to live among their workers in the Sydenham area for many years.

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  • Photo from Christchurch City Council
  • Photo from Christchurch City Council
  • Photo from Christchurch City Council
  • Photo from Christchurch City Council

Building information

McKenzie and Willis Department Store 181 High Street Architects: England, Robert William & Edward Herbert Date: 1910 - 1911 Historic Place Category 2