Genius of Invention

Genius of Invention

A year-long celebration of our rich history of inventiveness and ingenuity.

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  • Thursday 20 June
  • Vintage flying machine

    THU 20 JUN

    FREE

    Flight Gallery Tour

    Science Museum, London

    Run by: Science Museum

    Explore the invention of flying machines and history of flight with this free tour.

  • The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum

    THU 20 JUN

    FREE

    Talk: The Beaker People

    The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum, Dundee

    Run by: Leisure and Culture Dundee

    Come along to the galleries for a short introduction to the Beaker people, by Curator of Early History Christina Donald, and speak with…

  • Friday 21 June
  • View of the entrance to the Thames Tunnel, 1854.

    FRI 21 JUN

    Underground London

    London Metropolitan Archives, London

    Run by: London Metropolitan Archives

    From the comfort of your chair come on a journey through London's underground labyrinth of tunnels, sewers, rivers, vaults and shelters

  • Vintage flying machine

    FRI 21 JUN

    FREE

    Flight Gallery Tour

    Science Museum, London

    Run by: Science Museum

    Explore the invention of flying machines and history of flight with this free tour.

  • Saturday 22 June
  • Part of the WORKING atmospheric Steam Engine

    SAT 22 JUN

    FREE

    See An Original Model of an Early Thomas Newcomen Engine

    Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre, Dartmouth

    Run by: Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre

    See an original Thomas Newcomen Steam Engine working! Come and learn about this genius inventor in his home town of Dartmouth in Devon,…

  • Solar Panels

    SAT 22 JUN

    FREE

    Eco Open Houses

    Brighton Eco Centre, Brighton

    Run by: Brighton Permaculture Trust

    A free event for anyone interested in eco-friendly accommodation. Visits available to more than 20 locations.

  • Travel on restored steam engines through the...

    SAT 22 JUN

    Bygone Branchline Days

    Dean Forest Railway Museum, Lydney

    Run by: Dean Forest Railway Museum

    Travel on a restored steam engine autocoach.

  • Test tubes

    SAT 22 JUN

    Meet the Scientist

    Centre for Life, Newcastle & Gateshead

    Run by: Centre for Life

    Celebrating 100 years of the Medical Reseach Council.

  • Coalville Crossing Signal Box

    SAT 22 JUN

    Colliery Tours

    Snibston, Coalville

    Run by: Snibston

    Join former miners to hear stories about working life underground.

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