Explore the most significant medical collection in the world with one of our knowledgeable volunteer tour guides. Hear about some fascinating stories and objects such as: Dorothy Hodgkin, chemist who ...

From mould to toilets to teddy bears, adopt an iconic object from £3 a month and help us spark wonder and curiosity in the next generation of innovators. We have hand-selected six iconic Science ...

On the ground floor of the museum, in our Making the Modern World gallery, you will find this sweet 100-year-old teddy bear. Placed alongside a 99-year-old tennis racket and a wax doll from 1890, this ...

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, ...

Think of DIY, and you probably imagine making and building things yourself—decorating or putting up shelves. But DIY goes far beyond home improvements. It isn’t so much a practical skill as a state of ...

Exploring Space has now closed. Find out more about our exciting summer of space activities leading up to our new space gallery opening later this year. From rockets to satellites, probes to landers, ...

Narrated by Jennifer Lawrence, A Beautiful Planet 3D provides a unique vantage point to witness humanity’s impact on the world. Meet the crew on board the International Space Station as they capture ...

Join us for this free family spectacular! Book online to guarantee seats—limited spaces available on the day. Science Museum Mission Control has a problem and only you can help us solve it! We’ll need ...

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 ...

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 ...

Bookings are open for group visits up to 31 August 2026. Formal education groups, home educators, youth and adult groups, as well as community organisations and tour operators can check availability, ...

Before we had modern anaesthesia, surgery was horrifically painful. The search for pain relief goes back a long way, and it’s a tale of mind-altering states, poisonous plants and recreational drugs.