Dr Buzz Aldrin discussed Apollo, ‘space selfies’ and how to colonise Mars in a recent Science Museum event.
From iconic galleries like Exploring Space to award-winning newer additions to the museum like Mathematics: The Winton Gallery our galleries make the museum an inspiring place to explore. We also open temporary exhibitions throughout the year covering a range of topics from science and technology to history and photography.
Clockmaker Anna-Rose Kirk reflects on designing The Horizon Clock, a contemporary clock which references time’s relationship with nature.
Oscar-winning director Alfonso Cuarón discussed his space thriller Gravity in a recent event at the Museum.
A new display, How to mend a broken heart, explores how 3D printing can help heart surgery. Heart surgeon David Anderson explains more.
Roger Highfield reflects on the opening of a new exhibition
Jim Bennett uncovers the story of three mechanical models based on Leonardo da Vinci’s drawings.
Vantablack, the world’s blackest material, is on display at the Science Museum.
Dr Jennifer Rich explores the history of the humble audio guide at the Science Museum.
As Call the Midwife examines the issue of thalidomide, curator Selina Hurley explores its history.
Curator Doug Millard explores the unknown story of the father of the space age, Sergei Korolev.
We asked six of our enthusiastic Cosmonauts exhibition volunteers to share their experiences so far.
To celebrate a century of Einstein’s famous theory, we explore the past, present and future of general relativity.