Explore

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Kids

Are you a young person looking to learn more about science? Come down to our museum, there's plenty to see and do.

A child enjoying the magical star exhibition at the museum. A group of children in our chemistry room, exploring the wonders of mixing different elements together to see what the results will be.

You can learn about Newtonian physics from our bumber swing, or why not travel back in time and meet our resident Wooly Mammoth? Our exhibits are designed to be accessible for interested minds, so make sure you come ready to learn and explore.

Our fantastic resident Wooly Mammoth is waiting to meet you in one of our many exhibition rooms.

We also have the YOUNG STARS CLUB which meets once a week on a Saturday between 10:00 and 13:00 where you'll get to explore and experiment with our team of experts.

A young boy sitting on a stack of books reading a book, with a fun rocket ship background.

During the school holidays we run special holiday clubs where you can join other children your age to go on a journey of discovery. Each holiday we pick a new theme to explore. To find out more about the holiday club and how you can join, send us a message.

Teachers

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As a community-driven museum, we want to to work with schools to create places of learning and exploring. Our team are on hand to give your students guided tours of the museum, teach them in our laboratory, and provide great video presentations that will excite and inspire them.

A group children experiementing with on of the machines at the museum.

Please get in touch with us here to find out more about our facilities and to arrange a time to bring your students through for a visit.

For researchers

Our marvellous library here at the Community Science Museum. It is spacious and spans over 4 floors, with thousands of books to learn from and explore.

Are you looking to get involved with our team of reseachers and academics?

Two of our researchers here at the Community Science Museum in the laboratory.

Our museum offers various ways for you to use our resources and contribute towards them. We have online records, laboratory space, and a working relationship with a number of universaties around the country.