Te Manawa ('The Heart') is a museum, art gallery and science centre in Palmerston North, New Zealand.

From that date, the trust assumed responsibility for art works and heritage assets transferred to its care but held on behalf of others.

From 1 July 2000 the trust commenced leasing the premises and managing the institution under agreements entered into with the Palmerston North City Council.

The primary objective of the trust is to provide interactive experience in art, science and history through acquiring, conserving, researching, developing, communicating and exhibiting material evidence of people and their environment, rather than making a financial return.

Te Manawa is highly ranked as a tourist attraction by both Trip Advisor[5] and Lonely Planet.