From ooblic speakers, slinky boxes and tuning forks to OH2 sound crafts, discover the secret science of sound in this hands-on science activity. Designed by our science curator, this activity is sure to please.
Join our Heritage curator for old-school lessons in the Awahou South Schoolhouse. Take a trip down memory lane and try your hand at board games from times gone by - no PlayStation here!
Join us for an eye-bending activity where you'll explore optical illusions. Learn how optical illusions can trick your eyes and then craft your own captivating illusions. This fun and educational experience will spark your creativity.
In this activity, tamariki will explore different maps and learn how to hunt for treasure. Then they'll have fun designing own secret maps and treasure chests to take home.
Unleash your inner Da Vinci in our Secret Masterpieces art activity! Explore famous works of art, then create your own secret masterpiece using different techniques and materials. This activity is Day 9 of the Secret School Holiday Programme.
Is it a bridge. Is it a plane? Maybe a cat? Come along to a morning all about building things with Kinex. What will you create? Shhh! It's a secret...
Join us at Te Manawa Museum for Science Alive, a family-friendly evening packed with exciting science experiments and interactive activities. Friday 26 July, 6pm- 9pm.
Are you looking for an exciting winter outing for the whole family? Head to Te Manawa Museum for Spotlight, an exhilarating game of hide and seek in the dark!Get ready to sneak through the darkened museum, find the best hiding spots, and evade the spotter's torch.
join us for a Public Park Clean-up Day at Bledisloe Park on 21 September 2024. This event is part of the annual Keep New Zealand Beautiful Clean Up Week, a nationwide effort to tackle litter and enhance the natural beauty of our local spaces.
Join garden enthusiast, Kirsty for a hands-on Permaculture workshop in the Te Manawa Garden. In this workshop, you'll learn to apply three principles of Permaculture with easy gardening activities
Kick off the school holidays with the Manawatū Skating Club! Current skating club members will be available for Q&As, and there will be a special opportunity for our first 20 visitors to get involved in the sport!
In this fun chalk activity, learn to draw using the sun! With your piece of chalk, trace how shadows change and move during the day. Ask for this activity at the front desk.
Phone: +64 (06) 355-5000
0800-4-A-MUSEUM
Te Manawa Museum
326 Main Street
Private Bag 11055
Palmerston North, 4442
Aotearoa New Zealand
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.
