Science and Industry Museum

18/06/2026

15/06/2026

🚀 Series 2 of CBBC’s Horrible Science lands on BBC iPlayer today and as you can probably tell, we’re big fans here at the museum!
If you love...
🧪 jaw-dropping science
🤯 mind-blowing facts
😂 big laughs
💥 bold experiments
👾 evil space villains
🧑‍🔬history’s greatest scientists..then you're in for a treat!

But why stop at the screen? Bring the science fun to life in our blockbuster exhibition, Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos! Explore the solar system, uncover weird and wonderful space facts, and see how many familiar characters you can spot along the way 🚀

13/06/2026

Want to keep the kids entertained this weekend? Let them have some out-of-this-world fun in Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos!

Journey through the Solar System, from the International Space Station to a black hole.

Get hands-on with interactive experiments, see iconic space objects and even dance on a disco planet.

Open every day, book now: https://bit.ly/4uBzE8O

12/06/2026

Cheuk Yiu, one of our Object Handling volunteers, is a museum lover.
After moving to the UK, she’s found the perfect role to share her interest in science and discover Manchester’s history!

11/06/2026

Calling little space adventurers! 🚀 Explore our blockbuster exhibition Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos during our next Experitots session on Friday 12 June, 14.30 - 16.00.

Specially designed for children aged 0-4, enjoy a multi-sensory cosmic adventure across the Solar System as you and your toddler play and explore together.

Upcoming sessions:
12 June 14.30 - 16.00
26 June 14.30 - 16.00
10 July 14.30 - 16.00
£10. Ages 3 and under free

🪐Book today: https://bit.ly/4uyyZFl

09/06/2026

Baby Week is nearly here and we’re celebrating with FREE fun for your tiniest explorers!

Come along for Experitots Lite taster sessions or discover our baby-friendly Curiosity Stops.

Our friendly team of Explainers will be there to guide and support your mini scientists throughout the experience.

📆16-19 June, drop in 14.00-16.00

07/06/2026

Self-proclaimed computer geek Christine has volunteered with us since 2018.
After a career working with computers, she now puts her knowledge to use sharing the story of the Manchester Baby.

Our volunteer team is full of passionate people from all walks of life. We thank them this week and every week!

06/06/2026

All aboard! Last chance to ride the mini rail 🚂

Don’t miss your journey on our pop-up steam train this weekend. Visit our website for more info

05/06/2026

Snap a selfie with a traction engine all weekend!

The Fowler Showman traction engine will be rolling into our yard to celebrate our final weekend of half term fun.

📆5-7 June, visit our website for all the details

04/06/2026

Mohammed and Hiba are part of our team of Object Handling volunteers in Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos

Over 4,000 people have got up close to out-of-this-world objects since the exhibition opened. Thanks to our amazing team for giving their time!