Explore the history of codebreaking and GCHQ at our Top Secret family day.

Join us for GCHQ-themed workshops and drop-in activities, create your own codes to pass on secret messages and discover the fascinating world of secret communications in Top Secret: From Ciphers to Cyber Security.

Work with experts in our 30-minute family-friendly workshop. Create your own cipher and discover what GCHQ is all about.

To attend the workshop, please book a free ticket in advance. Drop-in activities are included with your free museum admission ticket.

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Super Cyber Skills

Special event

Thursday 26 May 2022

You already have a lot of the skills used in cyber security jobs–join us for an evening of games, challenges and fun to find out more about working in cyber security.

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Top Secret: From Ciphers to Cyber Security

Temporary exhibition

11 February – 5 June 2022

Uncover the fascinating world of codebreaking, ciphers and secret communications, from the trenches of the First World War to the latest in cyber security.

Wonderlab

Permanent gallery

10.00–17.00, Wednesday to Sunday and every day during school holidays

Think like a scientist in Wonderlab, our spectacular interactive gallery. Explore light and sound through mind-bending exhibits.

Top Secret Family Day

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Super Cyber Skills

Top Secret: From Ciphers to Cyber Security

Wonderlab

Part of the Science Museum Group