Friday 21 December 2012


Christmas at the Science Museum

Uncover a host of festive activities at the Science Museum this Christmas. From 22 December to 6 January we've got plenty of special events and workshops for all the family.
Entry is free and most of the activities below are free to join. Not all activities are on every day, so plan your visit using the website or ring us for more information on            0870 870 4868      . Charges apply for the IMAX Cinema.

Snow and Tell

A child with a paper snowflake
Make it snow this Christmas! Join us to make and decorate your own snowflakes, and find out why no two are the same.

Festive Physics Christmas Show

How do crackers go bang? Could reindeers really fly? Explore the science of Christmas in our interactive show.

Santa vs. the Snowman 3D

Duck snowballs, elves and jet-propelled reindeers as Santa takes on a lonely snowman who wants to be the world's most loved festive character.

A Star is Born!

Stars
Join us on a journey of a lifetime - the lifetime of a star, from stellar nurseries to glittering galaxies, in this free storytelling suitable for ages 7 and under.

Science Museum Christmas Shop

Be inspired by a range of gift ideas for the aspiring scientists in your family, whatever their ages.

Christmas Q&A

Which Christmas song was first broadcast from space? How fast does Santa fly? Find out the answers to some festive scientific questions.