This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum free from the hustle and bustle of the general public (for example, individuals with autism spectrum conditions or sensory ...

Explore incredible objects, including some never seen by the public before, from Professor Stephen Hawking’s office in this new, free display. A new special display, Stephen Hawking at Work, will give ...

We want to empower the next generation to pursue vital STEM careers through our careers-themed galleries and activities. Our career-related activities can be booked as part of a group visit to the ...

Trace the remarkable story of steam and how it shaped the world we live in today. Steam has been the driving force behind British industry for 300 years. Without it, the Industrial Revolution could ...

Through fun hands-on experiences, unique objects, and stunning imagery, this exhibition allowed visitors to discover the incredible story of our closest star—the Sun. Set at the centre of our solar ...

For over four hundred years after its dramatic appearance in Europe in 1495, there was no cure for syphilis and treatments were both few and largely ineffective. Syphilis was such a deeply unpleasant ...

What was life really like in Victorian mental asylums? The story of Hanwell Mental Asylum reveals that they were kinder places than we might think. The Victorian mental asylum has the reputation of a ...

Why has 'Brought to Life' closed? Brought to Life' was created with the support of the Wellcome Trust, offering access to images of thousands of fascinating objects from the medical collections of the ...

HOW DO I BECOME A SCIENCE MUSEUM VOLUNTEER? Our Volunteering programme is open to anyone aged 18 and over—all you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in. A science or museum background ...

Is mental illness the result of a physical malfunction of the body or is it purely in the mind? This is the question that doctors asked themselves after they discovered the nervous system. Mental ...

Immerse yourself in our hands-on gaming experience, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. From Pong to Pacman and Minecraft to Mario, there’s something for everyone, ...