Stephen Hawking was one of the most influential scientists of our generation, and the most famous. In his work he explored the origins and fate of the universe and revealed new insights about black ...

Please go to our visit page to see all planned closures for Medicine: The Wellcome Galleries. Featuring three thousand objects and covering an area equivalent to 1,500 hospital beds, Medicine: The ...

SENsory Astronights is an overnight event for families with members who benefit from a more relaxed museum atmosphere. Experience all the excitement of our Astronights in a more calm and free-flowing ...

Follow the exhilarating lift off, landing and return of the historic Apollo 11 mission that put the first humans on the Moon. Recommended for Year 6 upwards. Combining never-before-seen footage and ...

Today we think of our data being in the 'cloud', but in reality it mostly travels around the world along vast undersea cables. This incredible feat of engineering was first tried in the 19th century, ...

We want to empower the next generation to pursue vital STEM careers that make a difference to people’s everyday lives. Through our careers-themed galleries and activities, learners will discover a ...

The museum will be closed on 24–26 December. Happy Holidays!