Exhibitions
Discover the wealth of artistic talent that Palmerston North City and Manawatu has on offer through an evolving showcase of exhibitions. Nationally recognised exhibits and historical showcases debut, alongside and evolving array of stunning sculptures, fascinating photographs and inspiring art works.
All Things Small and Wonderful - Group Show
Monday 22 January - Wednesday 31 January
A few months ago, Zimmerman Art Gallery asked each of its artists to consider creating work for a “small things” summer exhibition (December 2017/January 2018). The question “how small is small?” was left to ...
Monday 22 January - Wednesday 31 January
A few months ago, Zimmerman Art Gallery asked each of its artists to consider creating work for a “small things” summer exhibition (December 2017/January 2018). The question “how small is small?” was left to ...
Venue:
Zimmerman Art Gallery, Palmerston North
Matatau
Monday 22 January - Sunday 18 February
Be first in to see a range of works by graduating students of Toioho ki Āpiti - Bachelor of Māori Visual Arts, Massey University. Themes around mana tangata (the power, or authority, of the people) are explored with a ...
Monday 22 January - Sunday 18 February
Be first in to see a range of works by graduating students of Toioho ki Āpiti - Bachelor of Māori Visual Arts, Massey University. Themes around mana tangata (the power, or authority, of the people) are explored with a ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Paper Toys of Yesteryear Display
Monday 22 January - Wednesday 28 February
A holiday exhibition showcasing toys of the past made from paper.
Monday 22 January - Wednesday 28 February
A holiday exhibition showcasing toys of the past made from paper.
Venue:
Coach House Museum, Feilding, Feilding and District
6148 Cups of Coffee
Monday 22 January - Sunday 4 March
This exhibition will showcase portfolio projects from students in their final year of study from UCOL’s Bachelor of Applied Visual Imaging (BAVI). Each student’s project is self-directed and will be an accumulation ...
Monday 22 January - Sunday 4 March
This exhibition will showcase portfolio projects from students in their final year of study from UCOL’s Bachelor of Applied Visual Imaging (BAVI). Each student’s project is self-directed and will be an accumulation ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Summer Haze
Monday 22 January - Friday 9 March
Summer Haze features 24 works from the collection that evoke summer heat, summer fun and summer adventures. Alongside these are some larger works whose themes are all drawn together by a single piece.
Monday 22 January - Friday 9 March
Summer Haze features 24 works from the collection that evoke summer heat, summer fun and summer adventures. Alongside these are some larger works whose themes are all drawn together by a single piece.
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
SuperNova
Monday 22 January - Sunday 25 March
SuperNova follows Nova by showcasing new stories and people behind selected art and objects acquired by Te Manawa between 2011 and 2016; this time the themes explored are ‘Te Awa/the river’, ‘Palmy at Play’ and ...
Monday 22 January - Sunday 25 March
SuperNova follows Nova by showcasing new stories and people behind selected art and objects acquired by Te Manawa between 2011 and 2016; this time the themes explored are ‘Te Awa/the river’, ‘Palmy at Play’ and ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Brick Flicks
Monday 22 January - Monday 30 April
Brick Flicks brings together photography and hands-on creativity using LEGO, the world's most popular toy. Photographer Warren Elsmore has recreated iconic movie scenes using LEGO bricks and minifigs; to this Te ...
Monday 22 January - Monday 30 April
Brick Flicks brings together photography and hands-on creativity using LEGO, the world's most popular toy. Photographer Warren Elsmore has recreated iconic movie scenes using LEGO bricks and minifigs; to this Te ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Kids TM
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open daily, Kids TM is a vibrant, interactive, playful space at Te Manawa for children up to the age of eight and their caregivers. One of our long-term exhibitions, it gives children the chance to learn through play...
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open daily, Kids TM is a vibrant, interactive, playful space at Te Manawa for children up to the age of eight and their caregivers. One of our long-term exhibitions, it gives children the chance to learn through play...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Te Awa – The River – Heart of Manawatū
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Te Awa - The River, Heart of the Manawatū explores our river from different angles: meet our local wildlife, learn about the river's history, explore how we use water and discover how our region was formed. Come and ...
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Te Awa - The River, Heart of the Manawatū explores our river from different angles: meet our local wildlife, learn about the river's history, explore how we use water and discover how our region was formed. Come and ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Te Rangi Whenua
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open daily, Te Taiwhanga o Te Rangi Whenua (Te Rangi Whenua Gallery) shares the stories of iwi groups in the Manawatū, Rangitīkei and Horowhenua regions. The unique gallery walls feature interwoven panels, decorated...
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open daily, Te Taiwhanga o Te Rangi Whenua (Te Rangi Whenua Gallery) shares the stories of iwi groups in the Manawatū, Rangitīkei and Horowhenua regions. The unique gallery walls feature interwoven panels, decorated...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Manawatū Journeys
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open Daily, a journey through our shared history - the stories and of the pioneers who shaped the land as we know it today. The Manawatū has always been a place that people have journeyed through, some stay for a long ...
Monday 22 January - Saturday 30 June
Open Daily, a journey through our shared history - the stories and of the pioneers who shaped the land as we know it today. The Manawatū has always been a place that people have journeyed through, some stay for a long ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Doors - Hyper Objects of The Chthulucene
Monday 22 January - Sunday 3 June
“James Robinson shows us a world that is tangled up with stuff that is both human and non-human, organic and inorganic. His encrusted, collaged doors open into a place where thoughts collide with rubbish, and the ...
Monday 22 January - Sunday 3 June
“James Robinson shows us a world that is tangled up with stuff that is both human and non-human, organic and inorganic. His encrusted, collaged doors open into a place where thoughts collide with rubbish, and the ...
Venue:
Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, Palmerston North
Animalia II: Pen & Ink Drawings by Vivian McKenna
Tuesday 23 January - Tuesday 30 January
Taylor-Jensen Fine Arts takes pleasure in hosting Palmerston North artist Vivian McKenna’s second solo exhibition of unique pen and ink drawings. Viv’s artwork has graced the walls and print bins of the gallery for ...
Tuesday 23 January - Tuesday 30 January
Taylor-Jensen Fine Arts takes pleasure in hosting Palmerston North artist Vivian McKenna’s second solo exhibition of unique pen and ink drawings. Viv’s artwork has graced the walls and print bins of the gallery for ...
Venue:
Taylor-Jensen Fine Arts, Palmerston North
Feilding RSA 100
Saturday 17 February - Sunday 18 February
100 years Centenary of the Feilding RSA. Various events around Feilding, starting with the Services Plot at Feilding Cemetery Karakia and Rededication on the 17th February. Start time to be advised. Military ...
Saturday 17 February - Sunday 18 February
100 years Centenary of the Feilding RSA. Various events around Feilding, starting with the Services Plot at Feilding Cemetery Karakia and Rededication on the 17th February. Start time to be advised. Military ...
Venue:
The Square, Palmerston North
Tui Brewery Truck Stop Show and Shine
Saturday 24 March
For a day of looking at well tuned beauties, and we don’t just mean thE Tui Brewery Girls. Muster at the below for the convoy: - Woodville Railway Station for 10am departure - Pahiatua Post Office Hotel for ...
Saturday 24 March
For a day of looking at well tuned beauties, and we don’t just mean thE Tui Brewery Girls. Muster at the below for the convoy: - Woodville Railway Station for 10am departure - Pahiatua Post Office Hotel for ...
Venue:
Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka, Tararua
Tui Brewery - Tunes under the Tower and Mangatainoka Motors
Sunday 25 March - Sunday 25 November 2018
Tunes under the Tower brings to you... Mangatainoka Motors. Last Sunday of the month get over to the Tui Brewery to see some of the finest cars around! Live music - prizes - lunch - brewery tours $25pp. $10 ...
Sunday 25 March - Sunday 25 November 2018
Tunes under the Tower brings to you... Mangatainoka Motors. Last Sunday of the month get over to the Tui Brewery to see some of the finest cars around! Live music - prizes - lunch - brewery tours $25pp. $10 ...
Venue:
Tui Brewery, Mangatainoka, Tararua
The Kimbolton Sculpture Festival
Friday 27 April - Saturday 28 April
Plan your 2018 autumn holidays round this date! The Kimbolton Sculpture Festival is a 12 hour day that's not to be missed. The NZ Rural Sculpture Awards offer serious prize money to both established sculptors and ...
Friday 27 April - Saturday 28 April
Plan your 2018 autumn holidays round this date! The Kimbolton Sculpture Festival is a 12 hour day that's not to be missed. The NZ Rural Sculpture Awards offer serious prize money to both established sculptors and ...
Venue:
Kimbolton Domain, Kimbolton, Feilding and District
