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Manchester
Museums & Galleries · Cheshire
Science and Industry Museum
📍 M3 4JN
Photo: Chris Allen (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Premiere Horrible Science exhibition on cosmic chaos
- Meet Father Christmas in Power Hall gallery
- Gaming activities for families at Power Up
- Adult-only Halloween evening with games and performances
- Early years story time and Makaton-friendly activities
The Science and Industry Museum sits on the site of the world's oldest surviving passenger railway station, telling the story of Manchester's scientific and industrial heritage through interactive galleries, shows and workshops. Highlights include the premiere Horrible Science: Cosmic Chaos exhibition, Father Christmas visits in the historic Power Hall, gaming sessions at Power Up, and early years activities such as story time and Makaton-friendly play. The museum is open daily from 10.00 to 17.00, and entry is free, though a multi-million-pound restoration programme means some historic buildings are currently closed. It suits families, groups and anyone curious about Manchester's innovations. Located in Cheshire, it's close to Deansgate station just 0.3 miles away, with 81 bookable places to stay within 5 miles making it easy to combine with a wider visit.
Practical details
- Open
- 10.00–17.00 daily
- Booking
- Entry is free; donations welcome
- Accessibility
- Some historic buildings currently closed for restoration works
- Best for
- Groups are welcome for interactive galleries and workshops
From the attraction's own website on 20 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
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🚆 Or come by train
- Deansgate 0.3 miles
- Salford Central 0.4 miles
- Manchester Oxford Road 0.6 miles
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