Turn It Up: The power of music Category: Temporary exhibition 21 October 2022 – 21 May 2023 Prepare to get hands-on, with your ears and hearts open, with our new major exhibition exploring the science of music's mysterious hold over us and how it drives us to create, perform, feel and share. Book now
Power UP Category: Special event Saturdays and Sundays during term time, daily during school holidays Take gaming to the next level with Power UP at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester. Book now
Plan your visit Welcome to the Science and Industry Museum, where you can explore 250 years of innovations and ideas that started life in Manchester and went on to change the world.
Current closures Category: Some of our buildings are currently closed due to a multi-million-pound restoration programme, including the Power Hall and the 1830 Station and Warehouse. Find out more here.
A timeline of positive change Category: A long-term, multi-million-pound restoration programme is underway to carry out crucial restoration work and reveal new spaces and perspectives for all visitors to enjoy, play and learn in.
Air and Space Hall – permanently closed Category: The Lower Campfield Market Hall (formerly the Science and Industry Museum's Air and Space Hall) has now been returned to Manchester City Council, who own the building, ready for its next chapter. Manchester City Council is working with Allied London to develop proposals to refurbish both Upper and Lower Campfield Markets.
Explore learning activities Wonderlab+ Category: Discover the wonder of science at home, with exciting experiments, games and videos on our new family-friendly website.
Objects and stories Discover the people, places and ideas behind the museum’s collection, which charts 250 years of world-shaping discoveries and innovations that began in Manchester.
Online talks Rewatch live talks recorded for various Science Museum Group events, featuring scientists and experts discussing topics ranging from climate change and AI, to diversity and inclusion in STEM.