Our 2020/2021
The time we spent together
Looking back to a time before Covid reared its ugly head again, we were enjoying our hard-earned freedom to create, inspire and engage on every level! Check out some of what we got up to together, during the past 18 months.
Exploring BUGS! with Koni-Leigh
Koni-Leigh and her dad came to visit BUGS! Our Backyard Heroes and made an awesome video that shows off some of the critters we had staying with us, as well as teaching some Niuean terms along the way.
Our second premiere exhibition for 2020/2021 was a quirky blend of art and science, where science and engineering met sculpture and whimsy. Click below to see how Curious Contraptions really captured our imaginations!
Our interactive online jigsaw puzzles look back at Palmy's Centennial Parade from 1971, which ran through the centre of town. This trip down memory lane with all its pomp and pageantry is a perfect way to mark our City's 150th anniversary this year. We even had them on display in the Art Gallery along with the beautiful Centenary Collection of public artworks.
Members of the Museum Society brought collection items into the spotlight through a series of deep-dive articles.
A precious taonga unearthed
Back in April, Moa bones discovered in the Ruahine Ranges were welcomed to Te Manawa at a special dawn ceremony by Rangitāne, before being returned to their ancestral mountain for burial.
Lockdown learning, and helping our friends!
When Covid got out into the community again, Level 3 closed the Museum in a flash. Our team rallied from the safety of their homes to create activities for you to enjoy from the safety of yours! Check out the highlights from our 'At Home' page below.
Lockdown is especially hard on our tamariki. Find out more below about how we presented live online learning programmes for locked-down Auckland schools.
Solid Gold
We were thrilled to receive our ‘Gold’ grade from Qualmark this year. Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality and it means we’re a safe, clean and welcoming space that provides an awesome experience.
A little bit of sparkle
Q: What happens when you unleash a Collections Manager and an iconic local drag queen into the heritage shoe closet?
A: A couple of cheeky little numbers as seen on our Youtube channel!
A very Covid Christmas…
Preparing the historic Santa’s Cave to open with public health restrictions during a pandemic is a particularly poignant affair. Santa’s Cave began in 1918 as a response to the Flu Pandemic when the community came together to spread some kindness and good cheer. At a time when we need it more than ever, it has been a privilege for Te Manawa to keep that legacy alive.
Our best wishes from our whānau to yours after a year unlike any other.
Ngā mihi arohanui. Kia kaha tātou kātoa.
Thanks for another unforgettable year!
Kā kite! See you soon.
kōrero mai
get in touch
Phone: +64 (06) 355-5000
0800-4-A-MUSEUM
Te Manawa Museum
326 Main Street
Private Bag 11055
Palmerston North, 4442
Aotearoa New Zealand
haere mai
visit us
HOURS:
Tues – Sun: 10am – 5.00pm
(Opens 1pm Anzac Day. Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Open Mondays during School Holidays)
Free general entry.
Donations appreciated
Charges may apply to some exhibitions/programmes.
