This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public—for example autistic visitors or those with sensory processing differences.

Step into an interactive world of careers and take a peek behind the scenes in this hands-on gallery. Try hands on exhibits that bring to life a wide variety of workplaces, from a blockbuster film set ...

An exciting interactive space where children, parents and carers can discover science through play. Designed for 3–6 year olds but we welcome children of any age under this. Inquisitive children can ...

From some of the earliest cities to interplanetary exploration, Indian innovation in science, technology and mathematics has dramatically shaped the world we live in today. This exhibition brought to ...

Whichever way you choose to support us, you’ll be inspiring futures. You can help more people celebrate science, technology, engineering and mathematics and understand their impact on our lives ...

Corporate volunteering Showcasing the incredible careers of technical professionals, our Careers Live programme works with a variety of organisations to co-create activities and workshops for schools ...

Our popular sell-out adults-only Power Up evening sessions return in 2026 with more dates. Play your way through 160 consoles, hundreds of iconic games and 50 years of gaming history. Whether you and ...

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 ...

Even when the museum is closed, our collection—and the inspirational stories it contains—remains open to you online. Take a look at the Museum as captured by Google Streetview in 2016, including a ...

Feel every rumble. See every detail. Experience the big screen. Experience one of London’s most immersive cinema experiences at our IMAX. With one of the biggest screens in the UK and one of only two ...

Pattern Pod is an amazing multi-sensory area for children under nine years old—and their parents and carers—where they can learn through play to develop their science skills. Like scientists, children ...

A beautiful exhibition of mechanical marvels. In the 1700s, China’s emperors collected ornate clockwork automata known as zimingzhong and cherished them for their intricate design and technical ...