We Come From The Earth
Bringing together natural materials alongside painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and weaving, We come from the Earth explores our relationship with the environment with works from the Te Manawa collection.
FREE
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Boro – timeworn textiles of Japan
Artist and teacher Pip Steel has gathered a significant collection of old Japanese rural everyday workwear and household textiles, known today as boro.
FREE
Te Whare Pora: a sacred space
Te Whare Pora: a sacred space presents works by artist Maungarongo (Ron) Te Kawa of Ngāti Porou (Aotearoa New Zealand) from the past three years. The exhibition is centered around the core pou (pillars) of his practice: Te Whare Pora, the sacred zone of making; Hineteiwaiwa, the guiding atua (deity) for creativity; and Waipunarangi, the source of ancestral guidance and inspiration.
4 events,
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
4 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
4 events,
Closed on Mondays
Closed on Mondays
Te Manawa is closed on Mondays during term time, but open during school holidays. Some special events, such as our low-sensory environment sessions, also take place on Monday.
4 events,
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
4 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
5 events,
Closed on Mondays
Closed on Mondays
Te Manawa is closed on Mondays during term time, but open during school holidays. Some special events, such as our low-sensory environment sessions, also take place on Monday.
Meet the Moa: Anna Bailey’s Puppet Show
Meet the Moa: Anna Bailey’s Puppet Show
Join puppeteer, Anna Bailey for her larger-than-life interactive Moa puppet show at Te Manawa Museum. Grab the kids and kick of the school holidays with a blast!
FREE
Meet the Moa: Anna Bailey’s Puppet Show
Meet the Moa: Anna Bailey’s Puppet Show
Join puppeteer, Anna Bailey for her larger-than-life interactive Moa puppet show at Te Manawa Museum. Grab the kids and kick of the school holidays with a blast!
FREE
3 events,
Curious Objects
Curious Objects
Explore a collection of handling objects, from the everyday to the more obscure, using multiple senses. Take a trip through the 'Journeys' exhibition with a lucky-dip scavenger hunt.
Gold Coin Donation
4 events,
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Magic Laundry
Magic Laundry
Create your own crafty creatures and learn how to 'make do' with heritage wooden pegs. From butterfly pegs to fairies to secret agents, what will your crafty creature be?
Gold Coin Donation
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
3 events,
What’s Behind The Door?
What’s Behind The Door?
Make a sign for your bedroom using coloured + metallic papers inspired by Ron Te Kawa's dazzling quilts. If you enjoy sparkles and decorating, this activity is for you! This is day 4 of the Secret School Holiday Programme.
Gold Coin Donation
4 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
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The Science of Sound
The Science of Sound
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.
Gold Coin Donation
4 events,
Closed on Mondays
Closed on Mondays
Te Manawa is closed on Mondays during term time, but open during school holidays. Some special events, such as our low-sensory environment sessions, also take place on Monday.
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Old School & Boardgames
Old School & Boardgames
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!
Gold Coin Donation
3 events,
Optical Mysteries
Optical Mysteries
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.
Gold Coin Donation
4 events,
Secret Maps & Treasure Chests
Secret Maps & Treasure Chests
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.
Gold Coin Donation
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
3 events,
Secret Masterpieces
Secret Masterpieces
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.
4 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
Kinex Creations
Kinex Creations
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...
Gold Coin Donation
4 events,
WAR – What is it Good For? Anthony Davies
This exhibition by printmaker, Anthony Davies is part of a series on the war in Ukraine.
Anthony Davies is a master printmaker who has spent time looking at the progression of the Ukraine war. His artwork, using a selection of images from the Internet, presents these events from his own viewpoint. Davies says he felt compelled to undertake this series. He speaks of a sense of injustice as he watches people turned into refugees; “the devastation of ordinary people”.
FREE
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The Art of Survival: Artist Talk
The Art of Survival: Artist Talk
Join us for an artist talk with master printmaker, Anthony Davies alongside his exhibition WAR - What is it Good For? Anthony Davies will share what it is to be a professional printmaker. His talk will touch on his art school training, modern art schools, the time he has spent working in Aotearoa New Zealand and his work ethic.
FREE
3 events,
Closed on Mondays
Closed on Mondays
Te Manawa is closed on Mondays during term time, but open during school holidays. Some special events, such as our low-sensory environment sessions, also take place on Monday.
3 events,
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
4 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
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Science Alive
Science Alive
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.
$6
3 events,
Closed on Mondays
Closed on Mondays
Te Manawa is closed on Mondays during term time, but open during school holidays. Some special events, such as our low-sensory environment sessions, also take place on Monday.
3 events,
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA Programme Term 2
NOA is a program designed to create a welcoming environment for those who would otherwise not consider the museum to be a place for them.
NOA is open to anyone and generally attended by differently abled folks.
The programme runs every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12pm. NOA runs during school term times and does not run during school holidays.
FREE
3 events,
Te Manawa Tots
Te Manawa Tots
Bring your whānau to Te Manawa every Friday morning for a programme of activities for children under 5. It might be fish-feeding, crafting in a variety of themes and media, or something else related to what's happening in the wider world. Keep an eye on our Facebook page during the week for specific details. No...
Free
3 events,
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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
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