What's on

Play, explore and experiment at the Science and Industry Museum this October half term.

From an ancient Scandinavian sun horse to Jimmy Carter's solar panels from the White House, The Sun tells the story of our ever-changing relationship with our closest star.

Find out more about the scientists who made the Bank of England's shortlist to be the face of the new £50 note, and discover why Alan Turing was a worthy winner.

Find out more about Manchester's Rolls-Royce in its new home as part of our Revolution Manchester gallery.

Start your journey through Manchester's rich legacy of industrial innovations, scientific discoveries and ideas that changed the world.

Manchester is built on cotton. Our Textiles Gallery tells the story of the people, products and pioneers that made it and their continuing legacy in our city and our world today.

Get hands on and see science brought to life in our free interactive gallery designed for the whole family to enjoy together.

Our expert Explainers will be on hand to answer these questions and more at Science Stops throughout the museum.