Manchester Attractions
Exterior of the Museum of Science and Industry
Museum of Science and Industry
It may not seem like everybody's cup of tea, but the Manchester
Museum of Science and Industry is a truly fascinating and varied
collection of exhibits, displays and more, for visitors of all
ages. Fifteen different galleries crammed full of all sorts of
items are housed in the key historic site of one of the world's
oldest railway stations, Liverpool Road Station. Some of the
permanent exhibits include Underground Manchester, where visitors
can meander through a reconstructed Victorian Sewer system complete
with authentic sounds and smells, the Xperiment interactive science
gallery, the captivating Collections Centre with anything from
antique microscopes to
Star Trek memorabilia, and the Air
and Space Hall. The Special Exhibitions gallery plays host to
several touring exhibitions annually. The Museum also houses a
shop, café and restaurant, as well as several picnic
areas.
Address: Liverpool Road, Castlefield;
Website: www.msim.org.uk;
Telephone: (0)161 832 2244;
Transport: Bus 33 from Piccadilly Gardens; also accessible by train, tram or car;
Opening time: Daily 10am to 5pm. Closed 24-26 December and 1 January;
Admission: Free. Admission is charged for special exhibitions
