Is there a gap in your Christmas tree that needs filling? Or do you just need to make some more decorations in general? Bring the kids in, take advantage of Te Manawa's huge supply of crafting materials, and see what you can make. There are two sessions, on 13 and 20 December, from 10am to...
Come in and decorate one of our special tags and add it to our Memorial Christmas Wreath. Write a message of remembrance as a touching way to remember the special people in your life who are no longer with us. There are two sessions, on Wednesday 14 and Thursday 22 December, from 10am to 12pm....
What was Christmas like in the olden days? What did people eat, what did they wear, and what presents did they give each other? Come and find out with Pru and a special Museum in a Box mini-exhibition! There are two sessions, on Thursday 15 and Wednesday 21 December, from 10am to 12pm. It's free,...
Our ever-popular “PJs in the Cave" event returns on 16 December! With two sessions, from 6-7pm and 7-8pm, there’ll be bikkies, Milo, a tour of the Cave and storytime with Santa himself. The carousel will be open too - for their safety children must wear enclosed shoes to ride. Call us on 0800-4-A-MUSEUM or email...
Our ever-popular “PJs in the Cave" event returns on 16 December! With two sessions, from 6-7pm and 7-8pm, there’ll be bikkies, Milo, a tour of the Cave and storytime with Santa himself. The carousel will be open too - for their safety children must wear enclosed shoes to ride. Call us on 0800-4-A-MUSEUM or email...
Our ever-popular “PJs in the Cave” event returns on 16 December! With two sessions, from 6-7pm and 7-8pm, there’ll be bikkies, Milo, a tour of the Cave and storytime with Santa himself. The carousel will be open too – for their safety children must wear enclosed shoes to ride. Call us on 0800-4-A-MUSEUM or email frontdesk@temanawa.co.nz to...
One of Te Manawa’s most popular touring shows is back! Mirror Magic puts the science of light reflection under the microscope, featuring a full spectrum of interactive displays that offer a kaleidoscope of experiences. Turn a blob of colours into a real picture with one carefully placed mirror, tackle a reverse writing challenge and be fooled by...
Start the week by making your own Christmas cards and parcel tags. Bring the kids in, take advantage of Te Manawa's huge supply of crafting materials, and get a head start on your Christmas preparations. There are two sessions, on 12 and 19 December, from 10am to 12pm. This activity is free, drop-in, and suitable...
Is there a gap in your Christmas tree that needs filling? Or do you just need to make some more decorations in general? Bring the kids in, take advantage of Te Manawa's huge supply of crafting materials, and see what you can make. There are two sessions, on 13 and 20 December, from 10am to...
What was Christmas like in the olden days? What did people eat, what did they wear, and what presents did they give each other? Come and find out with Pru and a special Museum in a Box mini-exhibition! There are two sessions, on Thursday 15 and Wednesday 21 December, from 10am to 12pm. It's free,...
Come in and decorate one of our special tags and add it to our Memorial Christmas Wreath. Write a message of remembrance as a touching way to remember the special people in your life who are no longer with us. There are two sessions, on Wednesday 14 and Thursday 22 December, from 10am to 12pm....
We're opening up the Dino Dig for two special expeditions this month, on 19 and 25 January. Come and have a fossick in our excavation areas and you might earn yourself a fossil reward! Our educators will be on-site so it’s a great opportunity to discover more about dinosaurs, fossils, and how one turns into...
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.
