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Museum of Science and Industry

What's On

Discover the amazing events, activities and exhibitions happening at MOSI this season. From our latest Special Exhibition, The Making of MOSI, which celebrates 25 years at the Museum's present site, to our regular programme of science shows and textiles demonstrations, you'll find something for everyone to enjoy.

There are events at MOSI every day, although some specific activities only happen at weekends and during school holidays. Holiday dates are detailed below to help plan your visit.

October Half-Term                                        Monday 27 - Friday 31 October
Christmas                                                     Monday 22 December - Friday 2 January

Every effort has been made to ensure that details are correct at time of issue. The Museum reserves the right to alter the events programme at any time. Click on the calendar below or download our latest What's On guide.

    

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Ancoats: Manchester's Little Italy

February 08th - January 25th

This fascinating exhibition focuses on Ancoats, an area once populated by large numbers of Italian immigrants and the birth place of the modern day North West ice cream industry.

Xperiment

October 12th

Fun for all the family in our hands-on science gallery.

Why Buildings Don't Fall Down

September 26th - December 31st

An exciting and informative, interactive exhibition, which highlights the role of a Structural Engineer in ensuring that buildings don't fall down.

People's History Museum at MOSI

October 12th

Come and see a selection of the People's History Museum's fascinating exhibits in their temporary home at MOSI.

Manchester Mills

October 12th

Follow the thread of Manchester's cotton industry as thunderous original machinery spins and weaves cotton into cloth in this fascinating demonstration.

Engines at Work

October 12th

Daily demonstrations of items from one of the world's largest collections of working steam mill engines that powered industry and helped shape our modern world.

Engineer Eric’s Difficult Day

October 12th

Discover how a steam locomotive works by helping Engineer Eric and Forgetful Fireman Fred to get Pender started.

Historical Characters

October 12th

Come and meet one of our historical characters. Who will it be today? Look out for details on the What’s On board on arrival.

Planetarium Shows - The Night Sky

October 12th

A fascinating view of the stars and planets.

The Making of MOSI - 25th Anniversary Exhibition

July 28th - January 04th

Help MOSI celebrate 25 years on the Liverpool Road Station site.

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