18/02/2026
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Free
Event information
Time
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Price
Free
What
Twilight with the Museums
Where
Whipple Museum of the History of Science
Who
All ages,
Families

Explore the galleries of the Whipple Museum with your torch and find out more about the history of science. Discover the solar system, follow the family trail and experiment with light and shadows. 

Please note that due to maintenance work this event will have no lift access and the upper gallery will be closed. 

This is a drop in event, no booking required. 

This event is part of Twilight at the Museums 2026.

 

Access Update at the Whipple Museum: Lift Works 2026

The Museum's lift has served us well for over fifteen years and is now due for replacement. From 2 February to April 2026, the lift will be out of service while these essential works are carried out.

We very much appreciate your understanding during this period. For further information or queries, please contact enquiries@whipplemuseum.cam.ac.uk.

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