Combine science and photography to make cyanotype prints; a camera-less technique that involves laying objects on paper coated with iron salts and exposing them to UV light.
Palmerston North City Library are joining us in the museum this morning for a spooky Halloween story session!
Spend a sunny spring morning getting to know what life was like for a for an early settler family at the turn of the 20th century.
Create an artwork inspired by the colours of the sun using kitchen chemistry. What will you create?
Explore the International Space Station using our VR headsets. As our headsets are limited, please collect a ticket for this activity from the front desk and create your own paper rocket while you wait!
Celebrate the start of Spring with a spot of garden planting! Decorate your own plant pot and a sunflower seed. Take it come and watch it grow!
Combine science and photography to make cyanotype prints; a camera-less technique that involves laying objects on paper coated with iron salts and exposing them to UV light.
Enjoy one of four video showings in the Cosmodome. Please note this is a ticketed activity with assigned time slots - head to the front desk to pick up a ticket.
Enjoy one of four video showings in the Cosmodome. Please note this is a ticketed activity with assigned time slots - head to the front desk to pick up a ticket.
Create your own artwork inspired by stained glass windows that use light from the sun to bring out their beautiful colours.
Be inspired by exhibiting artist, Miranda Parkes and create your own 3D paintings using recycled materials. What materials will you choose to make your artwork unique?
Explore the solar system using our VR headsets! Please note this is a ticketed activity with limited sessions available. Pop by the front desk to collect your ticket.
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.
