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Science Museum, London

Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2DD, England

Where else can you find life-changing objects from Stephenson’s Rocket to the Apollo 10 command module, take in a science show, catch an immersive 3D movie, enjoy the thrills of a special effects simulator, introduce children to science with fun, hands-on interactives and encounter the past, present and future of technology in seven floors of galleries? At the Science Museum you can find all this and more!

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Contact Details

Tel : 0870 870 4868
E-mail : sciencemuseum@nmsi.ac.uk
feedback@nmsi.ac.uk

URL : www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

Open

Daily 10.00-18.00

Closed

Closed 24-26 December

Admission Charges

Admission to the Museum is free but charges apply to the IMAX 3D Cinema, simulators and some special exhibitions and events.

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General Information

Cultural collections description

The Science Museum tells a story of the insights and inspirations of scientists from many different cultures - sometimes working against each other, at others coming together. The non-Western medicine galleries will be refurbished and relaunching in February 2006. More details of Science Museum collections will be added to this site shortly.

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African | Asian: Chinese | Asian: Indian | Eastern Europe: Russian | Religious Group: Islam

General Information

Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Information point provided
Guided tours

Collections

General guide to collections available
Specialist publications on collections available
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Public access available to collections information

Disability Access

Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Large print information and/or interpretation
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to some public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan

Children and Families

Activities for pre-school children
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
Picnic area

General Education

Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students

Schools Education

Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available

Facilities

Auditorium
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Library with public access
Licensed for weddings
Mail order service available
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Picnic area
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Restaurant
Shop
Study facilities

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Search The Diverse Collections Of The Museum Of London Online

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The Museum Of London's new microsite allows you to search for the story of the many cultures of London in their collections.

This image shows Sir Mancherjee Bhownaggree, MP for Bethnal Green 1895 - 1906. A supporter of British rule in India, he was nicknamed 'bow-the-knee' by opponents. However he also lobbied parliament on the rights of Indian subjects.

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