1989 Summer Deaflympics
| Host city |
Christchurch,  New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Athletes participating | 955 athletes |
| Events | 120 (13 disciples) |
| Opening ceremony | 7 January 1989 |
| Closing ceremony | 17 January 1989 |
| Officially opened by | David Cargill |
| Main venue | Queen Elizabeth II Park |
The 1989 Summer Deaflympics, officially known as the 16th Summer Deaflympics, is an international multi-sport event that was held from 7 to 17 January 1998 at Queen Elizabeth II Park in Christchurch, New Zealand.[1][2]
References
- ↑ Bailey, Joan. "16th World Games for the Deaf, Christchurch". Manawatu Deaf Society. Retrieved 13 November 2015.
- ↑ "Christchurch 1989". Comité International des Sports des Sourds. Retrieved 13 November 2015.
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