Discover and Explore at the Science and Industry Museum

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

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Discover and Explore at the Science and Industry Museum

9 September 2024-30 September 2025

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Discover and Explore at the Science and Industry Museum
State of Mind installation at the Science and Industry Museum. Image courtesy of Orbie Pullen Photography.
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Come rain or shine, whether you have just half an hour or an entire day, you’ll find something new to discover and explore at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.

Dedicated to the people and ideas that have shaped our world, the museum offers an interactive and stimulating experience for all ages.

Check out the latest must-see exhibition, Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You, bringing the popular BBC children’s educational series to life. Plus, be sure to visit Stephen Hawking at Work to see extraordinary belongings and fascinating objects from the world-renowned theoretical physicist’s office.

And, continuing its run during weekends and throughout school holidays is Power Up, an interactive gaming experience where you can play your way through five decades of the best video games. We’re thrilled that you can now purchase a new annual pass – meaning you can return as many times as you like over 12 months for just £15.00.

Whatever your age or interest, and, no matter how many times you’ve visited – there’s always something new to discover and explore at the Science and Industry Museum. Take a look at 40 Things to See, Do and Discover for even more inspiration.

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Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at the Science and Industry Museum

Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at Science and Industry Museum, Manchester, Until 4 January 2026, From £10.00 - Book now

A sense-sational exhibition, based on the hit BBC Children’s TV series, returns to Manchester this year.

Operation Ouch! Brains, Bogies and You at the Science and Industry Museum
Promotional Stills for Operation Ouch: Brains, Bogies, & You at the Science & Industry Museum - 13th February Image courtesy of the Board of Trustees of the Science Museum.

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