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4 Mathematics5 6 7 Closed for redevelopment8 Atmosphere ...exploring climate science

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1 Challenge of Materials2 Contemporary Arts:

Listening Post by Mark Hansen and Ben Rubin

3 Telecommunications4 Agriculture5 Cosmos & Culture

6 Measuring Time7 Who am I?

T3 Temporary exhibition spaceT4 Hidden Heroes

Closes 5 JuneT4a Universe of Sound 23 May – 8 July

1 The Wellcome Museum of the History of Medicine2 Glimpses of Medical History

1 The Wellcome Museum of the History of Medicine2 The Science and Art of Medicine3 Veterinary History

1 Science in the 18th Century 2 Launchpad 3 Health Matters

4 Flight5 Wellcome Wing6 In Future

1 Energy Hall 2 James Watt and Our World3 Foucault’s Pendulum4 Exploring Space5 Making the Modern World6 Wellcome Wing

7 Pattern Pod 8 Antenna – science news The Theatre

The Bridge: Codebreaker: Alan Turing’s Life

and Legacy opens 21 June

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Glimpses of Medical HistoryExplore medical scenes in vivid detail from Neolithic times to 1980, including dentistry and open-heart surgery.

Launchpad (Ages 8–14)

From firm favourites to world firsts, Launchpad is packed with over 50 hands-on exhibits, plus electrifying shows and lively demos, all from the wonderful world of physics.

The Science and Art of MedicineBe amazed by this display of over 5000 medical objects that reveal the history of medicine over thousands of years across many cultures.

Universe of SoundStep inside a virtual Philharmonia Orchestra: conduct and play with this new interactive digital installation based on Holst’s The Planets.Created by Esa-Pekka Salonen and the Philharmonia Orchestra Open 23 May – 8 July

Who am I?What makes you you? Discover more about what makes you unique in this fun interactive gallery that looks at the brain and genetics.

Signs, Symbols, Secrets: An Illustrated Guide to AlchemyMarvel at this beautiful display of historical books and illustrated manuscripts relating to the ancient art of alchemy.

Atmosphere ...exploring climate scienceStep into a whole new world and explore the science of our changing climate in this interactive and immersive gallery.

Codebreaker: Alan Turing’s Life and LegacyExplore this extensive special exhibition examining the achievements of pioneering computer scientist Alan Turing.Opens 21 June

Making the Modern World Chart the development of modern society in this peerless display of original iconic objects that have shaped our lives. Or have James May bring them to life for you with the James May Science Stories app!

Legend of Apollo 4D CinemaFeel the impact of a Saturn V rocket launch, take a trip on the lunar rover and discover the smell of space – watch Legend of Apollo in our Force Field 4D motion effects theatre.Charges apply

Antenna – science news Explore Water Wars: fight the food crisis and discover how technology could secure more water to help prevent a global food crisis.

CinemaJourney through distant galaxies, explore the universe and be part of the action in our IMAX 3D Cinema – the world’s most powerful and immersive movie experience.Charges apply

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Fly with the Red Arrows in Fly Zone Discover the thrill of flying in the cockpit of a Red Arrows jet in our breathtaking Red Arrows 3D flight simulation theatre. Or take the controls yourself in Fly 360º, a thrilling interactive flight simulator. Charges apply

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With a hands-on water zone and a sensory exploration area, young children are free to explore science in this exciting learning environment.