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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.

Gallery Closures and Visiting Information

Please note that Xperiment is now closed due to the redevelopment of Main Building. It is scheduled to reopen later in the year. The whole Museum will also be closed on Tuesday 23 March as a result of essential work needed as part of the redevelopment. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Recharge Coffee Shop and the Loft Cafe are also closed. The MOSI Gift Shop has now moved to the Air & Space Hall until later in the year when it will move back to Main Building. Further details of this exciting redevelopment project can be found using the 'More' link at the bottom of this section. In addition, as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering world class galleries and facilities, some areas of the Electricity Gallery will be closed for refurbishment between Mon 22 Feb and Fri 2 Apr. Collected Cameras is also currently closed.

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NewScientists get tuneful to cause a reaction

Three pioneering Manchester scientists from the past will be performing acapella renditions about their work, at MOSI over the next week, as part of a programme of free family events for February half term (13-21 February).

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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

Road Transport

Travel back to the Manchester where Rolls met Royce and Ford set up its first European car factory.

Sound Recording

From the wax cylinder to the Walkman, find out how talking machines revolutionised the world of work and play.

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

From Gunpowder to Space Rockets: The China Space Programme

30th January - 7th August

Come and see this exciting new exhibition which showcases China’s space race and the history of aerospace exploration from ancient China through to the present day.

Enjoy a fun steam train ride

Runs weekends and holidays

Take a ride behind our replica of Robert Stephenson’s 1830 Planet locomotive. Departing from the Station Platform at regular intervals until autumn 2010.

Venue Hire

Weddings at MOSI

Located on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, MOSI’s amazing galleries can provide a stunning backdrop for your special day.