Blog
This blog is where we will write about what is happening here at Te Manawa. Topics will cover the exhibitions we are working on and what we are doing with items in our collections. There will be stories about people, places, events and objects, or reports from staff in the field. The blog is written by staff from across Te Manawa, which is why you will find a broad range of topics here. The views expressed in the blog are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the view of Te Manawa. Our first blog will kick off in January 2010 so we hope you will return and explore, and join in the conversation.
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Art for the young ones
Posted on 27 April 2010 by Olivia Lewis
A chance for parents to bring their children into an Art Gallery and not worry about them screaming, crying or throwing a tantrum...this is possible at Te Manawa with the introduction of Te Manawa Tots - sessions for mums and bubs. The sessions are designed with both parents and their children in mind. To start, the group is taken on a brief tour of an exhibition, which is fun for the children while also providing a learning opportunity for the adults about the artist and artworks. Following this, children participate in an art activity based on what they saw in the exhibition. Parents are encouraged to help their children create, all under the guidance of an experienced art...
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Get active at Te Manawa
Posted on 19 April 2010 by Miriam Sharland
Saturday 17th April a new exhibition kicks off at Te Manawa. sports alive! The science behind sport takes an in-depth look at a range of popular sports including rugby, netball, basketball, football, cricket, rowing and biking. It also explores speed, stamina, strength, coordination, and nutrition. Health, nutrition, weight loss and fitness are topics that absorb and obsess us. Do a quick search on Amazon and you’ll find thousands of books on the topic. Then do a quick search on Trade Me and you’ll find almost as many that are being sold on by buyers who are no healthier, slimmer or fitter than when they bought them. Depending on which statistics you...