Science Museum - Commemorate VE Day with Churchill's Scientists

Churchill's Scientists Until March 2016 Free entry Commemorate the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and the 50th anniversary of Winston Churchill's death with a visit to our current exhibition. Churchill’s Scientists tells the little-known story of how Churchill’s fascination with science led to the scientific achievements that helped Britain win the Second World War. Discover how the power of science was harnessed during the war, from the recent invention of radar and the production of penicillin and antibiotics, to Britain’s top secret research behind the first atomic bomb. See these incredible events brought to life through a rich array of significant historical objects, original film footage, letters and archive images.

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50% off tickets for Gathered Leaves Our appetising Cravings exhibition Early scientific photography Open 6 October 2015 Tickets are now on sale for our major new autumn exhibition, Gathered Leaves: Photographs by Alec Soth. This will be a unique opportunity to see four signature series from a decade of Soth's remarkable career as one of the world’s foremost photographers.Book before midnight on Wednesday 13 May to receive 50% off tickets. Until January 2016 If you haven't visited already (or fancy another bite) visit our Cravings exhibition to discover how the food you eat affects your body, brain and eating-habits. Watch ourtrailer featuring Chef Heston Blumenthal to find out more and take part in anexperiment to help scientists explore how our senses affect how we enjoy food. Until 13 September Check out our exclusive video series for Revelations: Experiments in Photography which explore the science behind the works on show in the exhibition. For a look at some of the early scientific images in the show and its influence on modern artists, watch our video with co-curator Dr Ben Burbridge. BOOK VISIT MORE Don't miss on your next visit...   Churchill 2015 Churchill 2015 continues throughout the year, celebrating the life and legacy of Sir Winston Churchill, fifty years after his death. Churchill-related activity is taking place around the world to commemorate his achievements, to highlight his vibrant existing legacy, to promote a range of educational opportunities and to bring his life and work to new audiences. Visit the Churchill Central website for a full list of partners and events. MORE   Alexei Leonov: the first human to walk in space Lecture at the Science Museum 21 May 2015, 19.00 50 years after his death-defying first spacewalk, Alexei Leonov will speak at an event hosted by Starmus and the British Interplanetary Society in our IMAX Theatre. Professor Stephen Hawking and Dr Brian May will be present as Alexei Leonov's guests. Alexei has come close to death many times, and the story of his life - as an athlete, fighter pilot, artist, scientist, cosmonaut and world statesman – is one of breath-taking heroism, intelligence, integrity and luck.  Photo credit: STARMUS/MAX ALEXANDER BOOK