Museum of Science and Industry

The Museum holds the archives of some of Manchester's most famous companies, including Beyer, Peacock & Co., Ferranti, Metropolitan-Vickers, Linotype & Machinery, Mather & Platt, and Factory Records. We also hold national collections, such as the Electricity Council Archive. The material includes company minute books, order books, textile sample books, letters, engineering drawings, photographs, films and oral history recordings.

The archive collections are kept in the Collections Centre. You don't need an appointment during normal Study Area opening hours, but, if you have a specific interest, getting in touch in advance would help us to provide a better service. We can also provide some services if you are unable to visit, but we cannot undertake research on your behalf. Photocopying services are available for a small charge, subject to copyright status.