Museum

Whipple Museum of the History of Science

An indoor museum in Cambridge, aimed at ages 4 and up.

📍 Cambridge, East of England · CB2 3RH

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Visitor information

About: An indoor museum in Cambridge, aimed at ages 4 and up.
Ages: 4–16+
Address: Free School Lane
Opening times: Hours change through the year — check the official website for current hours.
Website: www.sites.hps.cam.ac.uk/whipple

⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 30 Sept 2026.

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Family facilities

Last checked 30 Sept 2026

Indoor

A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.

What's on near Whipple Museum of the History of Science

Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.

Coming up

Bach to Baby Christmas Family ConcertSat 21 Nov Bach to Baby Christmas Family ConcertSat 21 Nov Bach to Baby Christmas Family ConcertSat 12 Dec Bach to Baby Christmas Family ConcertSat 12 Dec

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Past events here (6)

Most of these come round again — worth looking out for next time.

Bach to Baby: Half Term Concert: Dance Around the WorldSat 17 Oct Baby Club: VerityThu 15 Oct Baby Club: Sense and SensibilityWed 14 Oct Baby Club: VerityTue 13 Oct Baby Club: The Social ReckoningTue 13 Oct Baby Club: Sense and SensibilityThu 8 Oct

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