Main Attractions
The Science Museum is the world's pre-eminent science museum. It houses outstanding collections relating to science, technology and medicine, and is one of the most prestigious and respected organisations dedicated to the promotion of public science and technology.
The collections form an enduring record of scientific, technological and medical change since the eighteenth century. Though rich in British material, they result from worldwide acquisition. Vigorous collecting keeps them up-to-date, and the Museum constantly strive to improve not only their condition and accessibility but also an understanding of their significance.
The Science Museum has over 300,000 objects in its care, covering the entire history of western science, technology and medicine. It has been uniquely placed to acquire objects recording the Industrial Revolution, and now holds unrivalled collections in this area. Medical artefacts from all periods and cultures also form an important part of its holdings.
The Museum has a number of drama shows, talks and IMAX films on every day – refer to the web site for further details: http://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/. Also worth noting is the Science Museum Library which has an international reputation in the history and the public understanding of science and technology It is open seven days a week and admission is free (closed 24th – 26th December).
