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Museum of Science and Industry

Da Vinci - The Genius

Admission

MOSI is open every day 10.00am to 5.00pm
(except 24 - 26 Dec & 1 Jan)

Entry to our permanent galleries is FREE for everyone. Please note that Xperiment, our hands-on science centre, is currently closed as part of the Main Building redevelopment work. The Power Hall will be closed from 3pm on Tue 14 Sep and The Textiles Gallery and Manchester Science Gallery will also be closed from Mon 13 Sep to Fri 8 Oct inclusive as part of the building work. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Welcome to MOSI

Located on the historic site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, housed in five listed buildings, MOSI’s amazing galleries and outstanding collections tell the story of Manchester’s scientific and industrial past, present and future.

Explore MOSI

Rail Transport

Learn how Manchester steamed ahead with the world's first passenger railway and exported locomotives worldwide.

Telegraphy and Telephony

From Morse to mobile, discover how the phone suddenly began to dominate our lives.

About Us

Main Building Redevelopment

Find out what we've got in store for our Main Building, which is due to change radically over the next few months.

What’s On

The Waterproof People

13th September 2010 - 4th January 2011

A new community exhibition exploring the waterproofing trade through the eyes of the Jewish community in Manchester.

4D Theatre

Runs daily

Come along to our brand new 4D theatre - the best 4D attraction around! Charges apply.

Venue Hire

Christmas Parties 2010

Click here to find out how MOSI can make your Christmas one to remember - limited dates available!