Summer at the Science and Industry Museum

Type:Workshop

Science and Industry Museum, Liverpool Road, Manchester, M3 4FP
Family in Experiment gallery

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Put science under the microscope and discover hidden spaces this summer. Enjoy a programme of free, hands-on fun and live science shows for all ages.

Look out for pop-up activities and special events throughout the holiday. Explore LGBTQ+ stories and celebrate Manchester Pride in the Conversation Space display from 22–28 August.

Add a ticket to Power Up and get ready to play your way through the very best video games from the past five decades. Upgrade your ticket to an annual pass and get unlimited access to the ultimate gaming experience for a whole year.

Enjoy family favourites in the free, permanent galleries. Discover world changing ideas in Revolution Manchester and see science in action in the interactive gallery, Experiment. Experience the thunderous sounds of historic machinery and pick up a free activity trail in the Textiles Gallery to explore with fun games and challenges.

Plus, uncover inspiring stories of scientists and innovators collaborating around the globe in our new free exhibition, Injecting Hope: The race for a COVID-19 vaccine.

Image credit: © The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

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