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Curious Contraptions
A fully interactive exhibition of automata from New Zealand and the UK. More than fifty finely crafted tiny machines create a perfect blend of engineering and whimsy, coming to life with the press of a button or the turn of a handle. Every object is bursting with character in an exhibition sure to delight young and old alike.
Every dayTe Rangi Whenua
Te Taiwhanga o Te Rangi Whenua (Te Rangi Whenua Gallery) shares the stories of iwi groups in the Manawatū, Rangitīkei and Horowhenua regions.
By arrangementHeritage Buildings
The Te Manawa site includes two historic buildings: the Awahou schoolhouse and the cottage, Totaranui, believed to be the oldest residence in Palmerston North. Guided tours of these buildings are now available by arrangement, and entry is free (kōha welcome).
Every dayManawatū Journeys
Manawatū has always been a place that people have journeyed through; some stay for a long time, others only briefly. Quite often they leave behind an object that tells the story of their travels. Bringing them together in one large collection, Manawatū Journeys uses these mementos to tell the bigger story of settlement in our region.
Every dayTamariki
Tamariki is a space for kids! Children under-8 and their whānau are welcome in this interactive, tactile play area.
Every dayTe Awa - The River
The Manawatū river is the life-blood of our region. Learn more about its history, meet its inhabitants, explore how we use water and discover how our region was formed.
This exhibition includes The Water Room (which runs twice a week), a native fish tank, bug specimens, a cave walk-through and an impressive moa skeleton.
OPEN DAILY: 10am – 5pm
CLOSED: Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
ADMISSION:
*General admission to Te Manawa is free although donations are greatly appreciated. Charges may apply to some exhibitions/programmes.
CONTACT:
- Address: 326 Main Street, Palmerston North
- Phone: 06 355 5000
- Email: enquiries@temanawa.co.nz
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