About the event Join cardiologist and author Professor Robin Choudhury in conversation with Dr Silke Ackermann, Director of the History of Science Museum to explore the cultural clues in Robin’s recent book, The Beating Heart: The Art & Science of Our Most Vital Organ. Robin and Silke will uncover the saints, artists, lovers, scholars, and scientists, […]
Free entry — All welcome — Includes Light & Space Backpacks Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join our volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of our collections — and see our amazing objects in action. And if you're visiting as a family, why not grab a Light and Space […]
Marconi Day 2026 Saturday 25 April 2026 | 12-4pm To celebrate Marconi Day, we're running an amateur radio station from the Museum. Using modern equipment, we're hoping to make contact with other amateur radio enthusiasts around the world. You'll be part of a global community celebrating International Marconi Day, operating from locations where radio […]
Wednesday 1 April | 2.00–4.00pm Wednesday 8 April | 10.30–12.30pm Free entry — All welcome Discover how the Victorians played with images before the invention of cinema. Try out a Zoetrope; a Stereoscope, a Stanhope viewer and find out about how Magic Lanterns work. You can also make your own Victorian-inspired […]
Wednesday 1 April | 2.00–4.00pm Wednesday 8 April | 10.30–12.30pm Free entry — All welcome Discover how the Victorians played with images before the invention of cinema. Try out a Zoetrope; a Stereoscope, a Stanhope viewer and find out about how Magic Lanterns work. You can also make your own Victorian-inspired […]
Free entry — All welcome — Includes Light & Space Backpacks Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join our volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of our collections — and see our amazing objects in action. And if you're visiting as a family, why not grab a Light and Space […]
Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join our volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of our collections — and see our amazing objects in action. And if you're visiting as a family, why not grab a Light and Space backpack to explore science stories in every gallery? - Light and Space Backpacks Explore […]
A relaxed morning for exploring the Museum in a quieter setting. Created for neurodivergent and SEND visitors, those with sensory processing differences, and anyone who would enjoy a calmer environment for their visit. At the Welcome Desk you can pick up a backpack* with activities to help the whole family explore the museum together. Although this […]
How do we talk about surveillance—and its role in tracking and preventing outbreaks of disease? Disease surveillance helps us spot outbreaks early, track patterns, and look after public health. But it can also feel uncomfortable. As more everyday data is used to predict and prevent pandemics, questions about trust, transparency, and who gets a say […]
Workshop Description You’re invited to explore the History of Science Museum after dark through guided creative writing with Megan at The Writers' Greenhouse. Everyone’s welcome, from history, science, or writing buffs to complete newbies in any or all of those. In this workshop you will: Discover the astrolabes up close with a museum curator Take part in […]
How Does It Work (including Light & Space Backpacks) Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join our volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of our collections — and see our amazing objects in action. And if you're visiting as a family, why not grab a Light and Space backpack to explore science stories […]
How Does It Work (including Light & Space Backpacks) Ever wondered how our ingenious scientific instruments work? Join our volunteers for an afternoon getting hands-on with some of our collections — and see our amazing objects in action. And if you're visiting as a family, why not grab a Light and Space backpack to explore science stories […]
