National Science and Media Museum

Think like a scientist in Wonderlab, our newest and most interactive gallery exploring light and sound through mind-bending exhibits and spectacular live shows.

Key Stage 3 students watch a show at the National Science and Media Museum

Exploring Space science show

Every Friday during term time

Students can explore the universe with light in this interactive show—it’s out of this world!

Bring the Thunder science show

Every Tuesday and Thursday during term time

Can you set fire to sound? Speak like a Dalek? Create an indoor thunderstorm? Find out in this interactive show.

Picture of school children at the Light it Up! workshop at the National Science and Media Museum

Light It Up! science show

Every Monday and Wednesday during term time

Embark on a journey to discover the illuminating science of light in this interactive show.

Young students watch a show at the National Science and Media Museum

Enchanted Wood storytelling show

First Tuesday of each month

Discover the mystery of the Cottingley fairies in this storytelling adventure for early years and KS1.

Animation workshop

Learning workshop

Monday to Friday during term time

Learn about different types of animation, make clay models, and work in groups to create your very own animation.

A group of people riding a rollercoaster

IMAX 3D: Dream Big

Explore how engineers push the limits of innovation in unexpected and amazing ways.

IMAX 3D: A Beautiful Planet

Explore the impact of humanity on the planet Earth with stunning footage captured by astronauts aboard the International Space Station.

Born to be Wild in IMAX 3D at the National Science and Media Museum, Bradford

IMAX 3D: Born to be Wild

Journey into the jungle and across the savannah, follow orphaned orang-utans and elephants, and meet the extraordinary people who care for these incredible animals.

A close-up of colourful cells from Mysteries of the Unseen World

IMAX 3D: Mysteries of the Unseen World

An exploration of phenomena that can’t be seen with the naked eye. Discover hidden worlds that are all around you.

Still image of a CGI dinosaur from Walking with Dinosaurs

IMAX 3D: Walking with Dinosaurs

Experience a year in the life of hundreds of dinosaurs as they face the challenges of a changing world.

IMAX 3D: Space Station

Prepare for lift-off with the first 3D live-action film to be shot in space. Travel 220 miles above Earth and learn the amazing story behind the International Space Station.

Games Lounge

Enjoy technology in action in our brilliantly retro Games Lounge. Play your way through gaming history with classic games, from Pac-Man to Super Mario Kart.

Life Online

How did our lives change when the internet was born? Find out in the world’s first gallery dedicated to the social, technological and cultural impact of the web.

Kodak Gallery

Take a journey through the history of photography. Step into a 19th century portrait studio, see hundreds of incredible objects from our collection, and watch the world’s first moving colour film.

Animation Gallery