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Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

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• Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East

Harvard Museum of Natural History

Open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Adults: $15.00 Seniors (65+): $13.00 Harvard ID Holders: Free Non-Harvard students with I.D.: $10.00 Youth ages 3–18: $10.00 Youth under 3: Free Free for members

• Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology

As a member, you will enjoy unlimited free visits to all four HMSC Museums and the Harvard Art Museums. Additional benefits include reading room privileges, shop and restaurant discounts, and exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunities.

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Free for holders of a current Harvard ID (+1 guest);  Harvard Museums of Science & Culture  members, and  Harvard Art Museums  members.

Library patrons can reserve discount passes through their local, Massachusetts-based, library to visit our museums! Library pass admission includes entry to the Harvard Museum of Natural History, the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, and the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments.  Please be prepared to show the physical library pass and proof of Massachusetts residency. Only one member of the party must be a MA resident.  The pass admits up to four visitors. The passes are non-transferable and may not be combined with other offers.

Are you a library looking to offer passes to your patrons? Contact Bethany Carland-Adams at [email protected] to learn more.

Free for Massachusetts residents who present an EBT or WIC card and up to five guests. We are proud to participate in  Mass Cultural Council’s Card to Culture program  in collaboration with the Department of Transitional Assistance, the Department of Public Health’s WIC Nutrition Program, the Massachusetts Health Connector, and hundreds of cultural organizations across Massachusetts. See the complete list of participating organizations offering  EBT ,  WIC , and  ConnectorCare  discounts.

Free to active duty military with their families in collaboration with the  National Endowment for the Arts Blue Star Museums Program.  Year-round free admission is offered to the Peabody Museum and Harvard Museum of Natural History using the Blue Star Museums guidelines.

Free to members of institutions participating in the  ASTC Travel Passport Program . Local restrictions apply, please review the  guidelines and restrictions (PDF)  before your visit.

Free to Massachusetts residents every Sunday morning from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and on Wednesdays from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Proof of residency required. This offer is not available to commercial groups. 

Free to Massachusetts Teachers (K-12).

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The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture (HMSC) is a partnership of Harvard University museums:

• Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments  
• Harvard University Herbaria
• Mineralogical and Geological Museum
• Museum of Comparative Zoology  

HMSC works in concert with Harvard faculty, museum curators, and students, as well as with members of the extended Harvard community, to provide interdisciplinary exhibitions, events and lectures, and educational programs for students, teachers, and the general public. HMSC draws primarily upon the extensive collections of the member museums and the research of their faculty and curators.

Tickets for the Harvard Museum of Natural History and the Peabody Museum can be purchased at the admissions desks in those museums. One ticket grants admission to both museums. Admission is free at the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments and the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East.

There are a limited number of two-hour metered spaces located on Oxford and Kirkland Streets. These meters only accept US quarters or credit cards or you can pay via the  parking app . 

Limited parking is available for museum visitors in nearby University-operated garages including the 52 Oxford Street Garage, located at the intersection of Everett and Oxford Street. Permits must be purchased in advance online . All major credit cards are accepted and sales are final. For customer service related to the purchase of permits, please contact the Harvard Parking Office at (617) 496-7827 or  [email protected] .

Weekend permits for the 52 Oxford Street Garage can also be purchased in person at the museum’s admission desk. A license plate number is required for purchase.

There is no eating or drinking allowed in the galleries, but we are located near Harvard Square where there is a variety of food and drink options. The Harvard University Northwest Café is also located near the museum.

You are welcome to bring strollers, wheelchairs, and scooters.

Yes, please! Photos and selfies are encouraged, but the use of flash and tripods is not permitted. Commercial photography or video cameras are not permitted without written permission. Information on photography and videography requests for commercial use can be found on the individual museum websites.

Drawing is encouraged in the galleries, but the use of clay, paints, pastels, and chalk is not permitted. Please do not block passageways; keep them accessible to other visitors.

We do not currently have nursing stations.

Changing stations are located in museum bathrooms.

The museums welcome  service dogs . Please note that emotional support animals and comfort animals are not permitted.

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Explore the Top 10 Science Museums in the United States

From the inner workings of the human body to the science of flight, these museums are sure to expand your mind.

The average family doesn’t have a high-powered microscope at the kitchen table or a walk-in kaleidoscope in the backyard.

Lucky for us, top science museums make such world-class resources—as well as educators who know how to break down abstract concepts in a way that everyone (even parents) can understand—available to the public.

Here are ten spot-on science museums in cities across the United States:

Museum of Science Boston

Imagine a child standing still, watching a precisely tuned contraption in perpetual motion. The giant Rube Goldberg machine stocked with colorful pool balls is a centerpiece of this renowned museum in west Boston . It has a great wing dedicated to the science of engineering, engaging visitors in the problem-solving activities key to innovation.

Exploratorium

San Francisco offers “the museum of science, art, and human perception.” Check ahead on reservations for the famous “Tactile Dome,” an all-dark exhibit in which visitors must “see” with the sense of touch (it’s busiest in summer months). Make time for the “ MIND ” exhibits—exploring the cognitive sciences of emotion, perception, learning, and communication—and a stop at the toilet-bowl drinking fountain.

Science Museum of Minnesota

St. Paul ‘s innovative museum is built into bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River . The river flows just outside its windows and past ten acres of outdoor exhibits and programming space. Family favorites: nine holes of mini golf exploring changing landscapes, a Dinosaurs and Fossils Gallery (with a Diplodocus skeleton discovered by high school students), and hands-on activities in the Experiments Gallery.

National Air and Space Museum

The Smithsonian Institution’s most visited museum is home to the Wright 1903 Flyer Wright 1903 Flyer , the Spirit of St. Louis , and moon rock that you can touch. A second facility is just outside Washington, D.C. : the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center displays the Enola Gay and a Lockheed Blackbird .

Hands-On! Regional Museum

This small museum in Johnson City, Tennesee , is scaled especially for children’s interest and abilities. Kids love to switch on the flashing light of a police motorcycle, play giant chimes, create enormous bubbles, and conduct real experiments in the Eastman Discover Lab.

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Rat basketball is one of the most popular activities at Charlotte ‘s fun science museum—including great information on the brain science involved in learning new skills. A satellite facility for very young children is located in nearby Huntersville, North Carolina .

Museum of Science and Industry

This famous Chicago museum’s mission is to “inspire the inventive genius in everyone.” Check out the six-foot floating globe programmed with constantly changing images of Earth’s actual weather patterns, ocean currents, and geological forces at work. The “ Networld ” exhibit allows you to create a digital image of yourself and explore the inner workings of the Internet.

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History

From a replica of a dinosaur dig site to displays on the importance of the cattle industry, this Texas museum hosts a range of hands-on educational exhibits related to science and energy. Really five museums combined under one large roof, highlights here include the Fort Worth Children’s Museum , a place for kids under eight to get excited about the world, and an on-site planetarium and IMAX theater.

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The Franklin Institute

Save a whole day to explore this renowned museum in Philadelphia . For young children, the “ KidScience ” exhibit is an especially memorable experience—an introduction to the basic elements of science through storytelling, fictional characters, and compelling superhero tableau. “ Sir Isaac’s Loft ” combines art and physics with irresistible hands-on experimentation.

Tech Museum of Innovation

Be a Silicon Valley inventor for a day at this museum in San Jose, California . Check out the “Virtual Test Zone,” where real-life science is illustrated using virtual world technology. Get inside the mind of a painter, or explore a stage that shows how digital music works. Changing exhibits are created by leaders and innovators in digital imagery.

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The Science Museum of Minnesota makes learning fun through their interactive exhibits and stunning Omnitheater. They promote hands-on learning in a way that’s accessible and exciting. Don’t just read about how things work. Explore, see and feel science in action.

The Science Museum currently has a 10,000-square foot temporary exhibit gallery, a number of permanent galleries and an Imax Convertible Dome Omnitheater. Some of their permanent exhibits include Dinosaurs & Fossils, The Human Body, Native American Exhibition, and RACE: Are We So Different? Another fun exhibit, Sportsology , examines what allows athletes to move, jump and throw in order to make the basket, score the goal or be the first to cross the finish line. Sportsology encourages learning through participation. Challenge yourself to a virtual race, attempt the perfect baseball swing or practice creating a balanced meal. Get in on the action while learning about physiology, anatomy and nutrition.

Also be sure to check out the Omnitheater , their phenomenal 90-foot dome screen displaying all sorts of films about animals, space and natural wonders to name a few. January-March is the popular film fest, Ominfest, which features their five most popular films of the previous year. The line-up of films has something for all ages and interests.

On the first Sunday of the month, the Science Museum hosts Sensory Friendly Sunday , where visitors who learn best in a calmer environment can experience a lights-up, sound-down Omnitheater show at 10 a.m. Check out their upcoming events so you never miss out on events like these!

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“ The Lightning show was fun (get there a few minutes early for good seats), and the Halloween days were very cute. ” in 48 reviews

“ In the past, I've seen Omni theater shows and the laser music shows in the planetarium and would recommend both. ” in 32 reviews

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Established in 1830. Originally founded as the Boston Society of Natural History, the Museum of Science has developed into one of the world's largest science centers and continues to remain on the cutting edge of science education by developing innovative and interactive exhibits and programs that both entertain and educate. The Museum's mission is to stimulate interest in and further understanding of science and technology and their importance for individuals and for society. …

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It's maybe one block. You cross the street and walk about 500 feet and you are there.

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VAN DE GRAAF. VAN DE GRAAF. LIGHTNING. DINOSAURS. ICE. WOO i went here for a company event and boy was it awesome. I love looking around the multiple exhibits and being immersed in ..... SCIENCE. Like I learned so much. A definite must go for families with little curious minds!

This place was jam packed with people on a Thursday afternoon. I think it's a great place and definitely geared towards the young. One of my favorite exhibits was in the flower shop/plant garden. There was an ant exhibit that I've never seen anywhere else, where you can actually see them working! The traffic of the ants carrying the leaves&sticks & the ones going back to get more...wow! Super cool! Of course the planetarium (which was only and extr $6 add on fee) was my favorite since I'm a moon lover. That was nice & not crowded. The downside was paying $21 to park after paying $66 for 2 adults, like why!¡!!!!!! Overall, bring your small kids, they would love it here, it's a nice place.

Do you know what's a perfect way to spend an exciting and educational day with your family? A visit to the Museum of Science! I've been there multiple times as a child and as an adult accompanying younger family members, and let me tell you, it never gets old. One of the coolest things about the museum is the Hayden Planetarium and the Mugar Omni Theater. They have a plethora of programs to choose from, and the best part is that you don't have to pay a museum entry fee to buy tickets for the planetarium and IMAX shows. So, if you're running short on time and can't spend the whole day at the museum, you can still catch a 45-minute or hour-long show and get the most out of your visit. During my last visit, my extended family and I watched a program about the moons of the solar system, and it was mind-blowing! The way they presented the topic was so engaging that everyone in the family, from the youngest member aged seven to the oldest over seventy, was hooked! So, if you're looking for a fun and educational day out with your family, head over to the Museum of Science, and you won't be disappointed!

A great place to visit, whether you are a local or a tourist visiting Boston. Rainy day? Have kids? Want to go somewhere for all ages? Interested in science and technology? The list goes on. The Museum of Science is the place for you if you answered yes to any of those. There is truly TONS to look at. It's a mix of interactive activities, watching videos, reading, walking through exhibits, checking out live creatures, it truly has it all. Not to mention the massive wings in this place. We spent half a day at the museum, only to realize we only had done one wing of the entire museum. There was still so much we hadn't explored! They also offer discounted admission codes quite often so my buddies and I we're able to check this out (on a rainy day which was perfect) for half the price, just by luck of stumbling across a discount code. Although it can be crowded, especially due to weekend outings and school field trips, I will say there are plenty of things to do and pockets to walk around, so the crowds don't seem too big or overwhelming if you ask me. They've also got a parking garage attached, which is expensive but handy because there's no street parking outside.

I went here on a Saturday using a promo code from Joyraft that made it free. There was no line to get in which was a pleasant surprise. This museum is largely geared toward children but I did still enjoy the robotics section.

Very cool and interactive! Loved the different floors with each section. The robot got was the best as it walked up the stairs and over rocks. Highly recommend a stop here.

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We're MOS members and we love it! A family of 4 - kid age 5 and 1 month old baby The museum is large and you should plan at least 3 hours if you're trying to see it all in one visit. We go every few months and spend 2 hours. As a member 2 hours of parking is free. The 5 year old's favorite exhibits are Arctic Adventure Physics "Playground" Dinosaurs It's fun for all ages! Bring a refillable water bottle and it can be refilled throughout the museum. If you have accessibility needs, check the museum website before you visit. Currently the elevator from the garage is out of order. The planetarium is not wheelchair accessible and the captioning for the Deaf doesn't work there either. 4D theater is an extra cost but we've enjoyed the little kid movies there. Splash and Bubbles 4D had bubbles in the theater! I also recommend checking what free educational talks are going on during your visit. The lightning show is great! It is loud though. Today there was an engineering exhibit open from 2-4. The kids got to build stuff to float and test it in a wind tunnel. Our 5 year old was so proud of herself when her and her Dad's design worked and flew. There are often science talks and even animal talks throughout the day. I've even been in a wedding at the Museum of Science and it was lovely. (Couple met volunteering here)

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The Museum of Science is one of the Museums my parents used to take me to back when I was very young and continued to go there when I was like 6, 9, 12, etc. The last time I was there was in my teens and I visited here very recently and how some things have changed. There are some things that were here when I was a child and are still here and then there is a lot of new things. The museum actually opened as the current name and location in early 1950s but it was around in some form or another going back 30 years before that. They have live animals as well as the Stone Age stuff as well as Space attractions to see and even MIT Students have a Robot of a Cheetah is what I recall it being. I used to feel that this museum was just for kids but it's really for everyone 6 to 60!

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Not only for kids...adults y'all will have fun too! One of the most impressive & interactive museums ever! Literally in every corner, turn, room, bathroom (not really just kidding) there is something for everyone to do. We visited for maybe 3 hours and it didn't feel like we saw everything. We missed the cafe & gift shop and y'all know how important it is to see that lol. Tickets are $30 an adult with the option of doing add-ons for $6. Which is not a bad price with all the things you can actually do there. They have games, activities, animals, space, trains and so much more! While we were there they also had a contest to see who could build a contraption that you put into a machine and see who can bounce the highest and lowest ball in centimeters...definitely had to be there moment. They also have many specs for photo ops and staff are really friendly and interact with you as well. Seriously had so much fun! Go visit!

Love this museum! The exhibits are wide-ranging and perfect for all ages. Came here and thoroughly enjoyed wandering through dinosaur habitats, space travel, and human life exhibits. This museum helps to reignite a child-like wonder in the world. There is a lot of space inside to spend a whole afternoon and they have a great view of the Boston skyline. Parking was also pretty seamless, right next door.

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R ICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A new version of the popular BODY WORLDS exhibition made its North American Museum debut at the Science Museum of Virginia this week.

On May, 23, the BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness exhibition opened at the Science Museum of Virginia and will be on display through September 2.

Established by Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS & Institute for Plastination in Germany, BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness was created to help people to understand how the body works and how to make healthy decisions to have a positive impact on the human body, according to the Science Museum of Virginia, the exhibition

Admission to the exhibition is available in a combination ticket, which includes access to regular exhibitions, labs and demos at the Science Museum. The price is $22.50 for adults, $19.50 kids (ages 6-12) and seniors, and $15 for preschool age kids (ages 3-5).

On $10 day, admission for the BODY WORLDS exhibition will be $15 for all guests. Discount tickets are available for teachers, military personnel, as well as the members of the Museums for All program, but tickets must be purchased in-person at Guest Services.

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Never a disappointing trip to the museum.

"I love the blend of Richmond history along with science education experiences. They go above and beyond to switch up their offerings and discussions so we learn something every time we visit. The exhibits are very interactive for the kids, too. The programs – Rat Basketball, planetarium shows and more – are great."

Well worth the trip.

This is by far the best science center I have ever been to. The kids had so much fun playing around and learning. I would have to say one of my favorite parts were playing air hockey with a robot, probably the neatest thing I've ever done. I would love to go back. We traveled two hours to get here and it was well worth the trip.

You should go.

This should be the model for museums everywhere. So interactive and leaves you wanting more. I brought my 2 year old and now I want to go back by myself to play, lol! My husband can’t stop talking about the pendulum. I want MORE cowbell!! I really don’t have the words to say how much I can’t wait to go back. You should go.

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Essential repair work begins on the Science and Industry Museum’s iconic 1830 Viaduct and gantry

The next stage of one of the most significant heritage restoration projects currently underway in the UK has now begun at one of Manchester’s landmark museums.  

The Science and Industry Museum sits on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station at the heart of the world’s first industrial city. Essential repair work is now taking place to restore its iconic 1830 Viaduct and the gantry connected to the Power Hall, a piece of once cutting-edge technology that shows how the historic station was transformed into a busy goods depot. Both structures are long-standing symbols of Manchester’s industrial past.

This next stage of conservation work is part of a multi-million-pound restoration programme taking place across the Science and Industry Museum’s globally significant site. Visitors will be able to see engineering in action as scaffolding is erected around the gantry to enable much-needed repair and conservation works. Innovative waterproofing solutions are also being put in place across the 1830 Viaduct to futureproof it for years to come.

These works have been made possible by the museum’s current £14.2 million worth of national capital funding by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to complete urgent repairs across New Warehouse, the gantry and the 1830 Viaduct.

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The 1830 Viaduct is in need of essential repairs to reverse historic water ingress and protect it from predicted increase in rainfall over the coming years. Repairs include:

• The temporary removal of track and ballast to allow the museum  to undertake secondary surveys of the water damage and repair work needed.
• Drainage of water currently trapped across the Viaduct.
• Application of new waterproofing solution to future-proof the Viaduct for generations to come.
• Reinstallation of track to reflect the site’s original history as a working railway station.

And to ensure that the gantry remains at the heart of the Science and Industry Museum’s iconic site, its repairs include:

• Stripping of old paint to care for the metal structure, removing rust and repairing areas impacted by water damage.
• Fundamental structural repairs to the metal work including infilling areas after rust and corrosion has been fixed.
•  Introduction of new waterproofing measures to protect the structure from any further water damage including new canopies above the Southern end of the Gantry beam to divert rainwater and adding drainage points into the crane beams to allow trapped water to escape.  
•  Repainting of the Gantry to help defend it against future corrosion and decay.

An exciting time for Manchester, as Sally MacDonald, Director of the Science and Industry Museum, says:  

'We are so excited that another stage of the site’s multi-million-pound restoration project is underway. The gantry is an iconic structure in Castlefield’s skyline and we’re looking forward to repairing and restoring it for generations to come. The 1830 Viaduct also plays such an important part in telling the story of our historic site in connecting Manchester with the wider world.'

The restoration work to the gantry and 1830 Viaduct is expected to be complete by Spring 2025 when the museum also plans to reopen its iconic Power Hall. The museum will remain open throughout and is available for evening events in the Revolution Manchester Gallery and in the 1830 Warehouse across 2024 and 2025.

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Museum Garage is open 5:00 am - midnight. No entry after 11:00 pm Sunday - Thursday.

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General driving tips.

• The Museum Garage is open 5:00 am - midnight. No entry after 11:00 pm Sunday - Thursday.
• On busy days, i.e. weekends and vacation periods, the garage may fill to capacity. Allow extra time to get to the Museum before your visit. Please note alternate parking options.
• We recommend arriving early (before 10:30 am) or late (after 3:00 pm) for best parking availability.
• The Museum is located near the heart of Boston, and city traffic can cause backup as cars exit the garage. We appreciate your patience.
• Bring your ticket with you for payment at automated kiosks (debit and credit card only) inside.

Museum Garage Information

• On busy days, e.g., weekends and vacation periods, the garage may fill to capacity. Allow extra time to get to the Museum before your visit.
• Visit the directions page for driving and public transportation information.
• Bring the parking ticket with you for payment at automated kiosks (debit and credit card only) inside.
• The Museum's garage includes an elevator for easy Museum access.
• Parking is available for visitors with disabilities.
• Clearance is 7'4".

Museum Garage Fees

Electric vehicle charging stations.

The Museum of Science garage now houses Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations capable of charging up to four cars simultaneously. The stations are located on the fourth floor of the garage—just follow directional signs to the designated charging area.

While there is no cost to charge your car, you will need a ChargePoint account to access. However, a fee of $5.00 per hour will be charged beginning 30 minutes after your car is fully charged if it is not moved. In addition, regular garage fees apply for parking. For more information: chargepoint.com .

The Museum of Science is committed to environmental sustainability.

Alternative Parking

Other parking options near the Museum include the CambridgeSide Galleria .

Please note that this garage is not affiliated with the Museum of Science, and the parking discount for Museum members applies only in the Museum garage.

Blue Bikes Share Program

Getting to and from the Museum — and the rest of the city — just got easier, and more fun! Blue Bikes, metro Boston’s bicycle-sharing system, is now available on the front plaza of the Museum near the front entrance.

Blue Bikes is a regional partnership between Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and Somerville. For more information: bluebikes.com .

Taking Public Transportation

Science Park station is located on the E Branch of the Green Line. After exiting the station, the Museum will be diagonally across the street (O'Brien Highway), just over the Charles River Dam draw bridge.

To transfer to the Green Line from other lines

If you are transferring to the Green Line from other lines, take:

• The Red Line to Park Street
• The Blue Line to State Street (switch to Orange Line )
• The Orange Line to Haymarket or North Station

To walk from other lines

If you plan to walk to the Museum of Science from other lines, take:

• The Green Line or Orange Line to North Station. Then, follow Nashua Street to O'Brien Highway and turn right toward the Museum.
• The Red Line to Charles/MGH Station. Then, cross Storrow Drive toward the Charles River and turn right, walking with the river to your left. Turn left at the Charles River Dam and State Police Station onto O'Brien Highway. The Museum is on your left.
• The Orange Line to Bunker Hill Community College Station. Then, walk over the Gilmore Bridge. At the next traffic light (O'Brien Highway) turn left and cross the street to the Museum.

MBTA Commuter Rail, Amtrak, and Logan Airport information

• The MBTA Commuter Rail train from the north makes its final stop at North Station (Green Line and Orange Line).
• The Amtrak Train from the south stops at Back Bay Station (Orange Line) and South Station (Red Line).
• Logan Airport has a Blue Line stop called Airport Station. Shuttle buses run from the airport terminals to the station. The Silver Line also connects airport terminals to South Station (Red Line).

For inquiries or assistance, call 617-723-2500.

For more information about public transportation, please visit the MBTA's MBTA's web site .

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Book your free admission ticket now  to visit the museum. Schools and groups can book free tickets  here . 

Find information about our accessible facilities and who to contact if you need to know more.

General access

The Science Museum is committed to being open and accessible for everyone. On this page you can find out about accessible facilities and resources across the site.

Museum maps are located throughout the museum, along with digital displays that show times and details of events taking place throughout the day. You can download a map in advance on our Visit page .

Museum staff are on hand to offer assistance, and can also provide help with the lifts for groups of visitors.

We offer free carer tickets for all paid activities and exhibitions. These are currently unavailable to book via the website so you can either book online without carers’ tickets and then email the Contact Centre at  [email protected]  with your order number, and the team will be able to add free carer tickets onto the order. Alternatively, you can call the Contact Centre on  033 0058 0058  and they’ll be able to book in the complete order over the phone.

To help plan your visit, further information can be obtained by calling the following numbers:

Enquiry line: +44 (0)33 0058 0058—(available 09.00–17.00 seven days a week) Minicom line: +44 (0)20 7942 4445—(available 09.30–17.00 Mondays to Fridays)

Please be aware that there is currently no step-free access to the mezzanine level in Making the Modern World   and Flight galleries. This is due to an ongoing technical fault and we are working hard to rectify the issue. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Quiet times and pre-visit information

Please note: We're currently building new galleries in the museum so there may be some additional noise during your visit.

The museum is quieter from mid-afternoon on week days in term time.

Queues may form at the entrance to the museum. If this presents a barrier, please approach a member of staff who will be able to grant you priority entry.

To help familiarise yourself with the museum and galleries ahead of your visit, you can find a series of Gallery Introduction videos on our  Learning page .  You can also explore  our museum collection online  or view a  360 tour of our galleries .

We have also created a visual story  and sensory map to help you plan your visit to the museum. 

Our multi-faith room, located on Level 2 next to our Information Age gallery, will also be open should you require a quiet space. Please ask a member for staff for more information during your visit.

Ear defenders are available at the Information and Tickets desk(Level 0), IMAX Box Office (Level 0) and Wonderlab ticket desk (Level 3).

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme

We welcome and support visitors who choose to wear a Sunflower item as part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower scheme.  Please note that we do not provide Sunflower items.

Find out more about the scheme on the Hidden Disabilities website .

Accessible parking

A small number of accessible parking spaces are available on Exhibition Road. Blue Badge holders may park in these spaces for four hours between 08.30 and 18.30. These spaces are controlled by the council rather than the museum and cannot be booked in advance.

For more information, please see the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea’s website .

Getting around the museum

The majority of lifts in the museum are wheelchair accessible, have audio announcements and Braille labelling on the buttons. Please refer to the museum map or ask a member of staff for locations.

Toilets and baby changing

Changing places toilet

Changing Places Toilet is equipped with hoist, changing bench and centrally located toilet between the Energy Hall and Exploring Space gallery. The toilet is accessible with a RADAR key. If you have forgotten your key please ask a member of staff for access. Full details can be found on the  Changing Places Toilet Map .

Accessible toilets

Accessible toilets are available on all levels of the museum and on all levels of the Wellcome Wing. Please refer to the museum map or ask a member of staff for locations.

Accessible baby changing facilities

Accessible baby changing facilities are available in the following areas:

• Level -1: access via Lift D
• Level 0, next to the  Exploring Space  gallery. 
• Level 2, between  Mathematics: The Winton Gallery  and  Information Age

We offer male and female toilets throughout the museum, in addition to all-gender toilets, which are available in the following areas:

• Level 3, behind the Wonderlab ticket desk 
• Level 1, next to the Exploring Medicine Gallery

Borrow a wheelchair or folding stool

A limited number of wheelchairs are available.

You can book a manual wheelchair in advance by calling 033 0058 0058. You can also borrow a wheelchair or folding stool on the day by asking a member of staff at the Information Desk.

Guide and assistant animals

Working guide and assistance animals are welcome at the museum. They should be appropriately trained, supervised and kept with you at all times, ideally on a leash. Where possible, dog owners should bring their Assistance Dogs UK (ADUK) identification book and animals should wear the appropriate tabards or harness, but this is not a requirement for entry.

If you plan to visit with an assistance animal other than an assistance dog, please get in touch with the Contact Centre via email at  [email protected]  or by phone at 033 0058 0058, so we can pass your details onto colleagues working on the day of your visit.

Please provide the following information: 

• Museum location (we are a group of five museums)
• Contact details (mobile/email)

Unfortunately, we cannot admit pets to our museums.

Acccessible resources

Hearing loops.

Hearing loops are fitted at all ticket and information desks. They can also be found in the Hans Rausing Lecture Theatre on Level 0 and in the show space of  Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery  on Level 3. 

Hearing loops are incorporated into most audio exhibits. Please note hearing loops are not working in the Information Age Story Boxes. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

British Sign Language, Subtitles and Transcripts

British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation is incorporated into selected films. It is also a primary communication method within the Exchange network zone of the  Information Age  gallery.

Many gallery-based films have subtitles, and some in  Information Age  and  Medicine: The Wellcome Galleries  have transcripts available digitally. You can download these where you see links.

Large Print Books

Large print books are available across a number of galleries and temporary exhibitions.

You can pick up a large print book in Information Age , Mathematics: The Winton Gallery , Medicine: The Wellcome Galleries and Science City 1550–1800: The Linbury Gallery .

You can also  download from our website  ahead of a visit or in galleries where you see the download information. The Science Museum offers free WiFi if you wish to download the texts during your visit.

Tactile Maps

A Tactile Map of the Museum is available at the Information Desk in Energy Hall, level 0. Tactile Maps are also available for I nformation Age and Medicine Galleries .

Touch Objects

Touchable objects are located in three galleries:  Information Age ,  Medicine: The Wellcome Galleries  and  Science City 1550–1800: The Linbury Gallery . They are accompanied by large print and Braille labels. For your health and safety, button access to audio descriptions is temporarily unavailable. 

Tactile cane detector markers are incorporated into the floor to help highlight hazards.

Audio Eyes App

For  Medicine: The Wellcome Galleries  and  Information Age , audio description can be accessed through the  Audio Eyes app , free to download for iOS. It provides audio-only descriptions for key objects and tactile displays and enables you to roam freely through the gallery.

AudioEyes handsets are also available to pick up from the Information Desk in Energy Hall,level 0.

Accessible events

• Early Birds: On Early Birds dates, the museum opens at 08.00 so that families with children who need a quieter environment can enjoy the Museum free of the hustle and bustle of the general public.  Find out more about Early Birds
• Night Owls:   The museum opens from 18.30–21.30 on Night Owls evenings, which are for those 16 years and over to have a relaxed environment to explore the Museum.  Find out more about Night Owls
• SENsory Astronights: SENsory Astronights is a relaxed, after-dark exploration of the Science Museum for children with special educational needs and disabilities. From science shows to camping in one of our iconic galleries, it will be a night that you and your child will never forget.  Find out more about SENsory Astronights

If you have any questions about these events, please email   [email protected] .

Accessible information by area

Interactive galleries.

Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery  encourages visitors to interact with the exhibits through vision, sound and cognitive skills. It is located on Level 3— disabled visitors receive concessionary prices for this gallery.

Most of these areas are staffed by Explainers—our professional science communicators who provide personal guidance, explanations and demonstrations on gallery. Live shows can include sudden, loud noises. These will be highlighted in Wonderlab on the day of your visit. If a member of your group has sensory processing or access requirements and would like more information, you can speak to a staff member when you visit, or in advance by calling our Contact Centre on 033 0058 0058.

IMAX: The Ronson Theatre ( 3D cinema)

Is there step-free access to the auditorium and concession area  .

Yes, there is step free access to the auditorium. Please ask at our IMAX ticket desk and a staff member will show you to your seats.  

Are there spaces reserved for wheelchair users in the auditorium?  

Yes, there are four spaces available for wheelchair users. Please call our contact centre on 033 0058 0058 to book.  

Do you provide hearing loops?  

Yes, we do have hearing loops available. Please speak to a member of staff when you arrive at the museum and they will be able to help.  

Do your films have subtitles? 

Our educational films do not currently contain subtitles, however this is something we are looking to review for the future.  

Are there accessible toilet facilities?  

Yes, accessible toilets are located near the IMAX concessions area and outside the main auditorium. You will find these locations on the museum map which can be downloaded in advance from our  Visit page , or please ask a member of staff during your visit.

Places to eat

• The Energy Café is located in the Energy Hall on Level 0. It is a self-service café with moveable seats, some of which have backs and arms. If you wish to dine in the Energy Café, please call the Enquiry Line (+44 (0)33 0058 0058) in advance so that we can accommodate your requirements during your visit.
• A picnic area is located  on Level 3 (next to  Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery ).
• Allergy information is provided on food packaging and on menus.
• Check the opening times of our cafés and restaurants.

Self-service lockers

Please look after your personal property while at the museum. Any property left unattended may be removed from the museum. If you lose any item during your visit, please speak to a member of staff.

Our self-service lockers are located on level -1 of the museum. Please note that these lockers are card payment only.

Prices are as follows:

• Small—£3.00: Fits coats and hand-sized items  (35cm H, 25cm W , 43cm D)
• Medium—£5.00: Fits rucksacks and small bags (43cm H ,  33cm W , 43cm D)
• Large—£7.00: Fits carry-on luggage and medium-sized bags* (53cm H, 40cm W, 43cm D)*

*While our large lockers can fit carry-on sized luggage we advise that suitcases and larger items are left at home.

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