History of Science Museum

Museums activities and operation of historical sites and buildings

4.5★★★★★(3159 reviews, from external sources)

Business Contact

Helen Pooley
Museums and Institutions

Contact Information

History of Science Museum
Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, United Kingdom, UK34
Oxford
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Closed nowClosed
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday12:00 – 17:00
  • Wednesday12:00 – 17:00
  • Thursday12:00 – 17:00
  • Friday12:00 – 17:00
  • Saturday12:00 – 17:00
  • Sunday12:00 – 17:00
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Business Description

The History of Science Museum is home to an unparalleled collection of early scientific instruments, housed in the world's oldest public purpose-built museum building, the Old Ashmolean. Visitors can explore Islamic instruments from the Middle Ages, Einstein's blackboard, and the first cultures of the life-saving antibiotic Penicillin all in one place. The museum offers public lectures, family-friendly events, and gallery tours, and for those unable to visit in person, online versions of exhibitions and the collections database are available on the museum's website.

Employees
<25
Founded
1924
Years in Business
102
Credit Cards
No
Good For Kids
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Wi-Fi
Yes

Industry: Entertainment » Museums

Engaged in:
  • Museums activities and operation of historical sites and buildings
ISIC Codes
9102

Questions & Answers

  1. 1.How long has History of Science Museum been in business?

    History of Science Museum has been in business for 102 years

  2. 2.What is History of Science Museum's phone number?

    History of Science Museum's phone number is 01865 277293.

  3. 3.Where is History of Science Museum located?

    History of Science Museum is located at Broad St, Oxford OX1 3AZ, United Kingdom, UK34. Get Directions.

  4. 4.What are History of Science Museum's hours?

    History of Science Museum is open during the following hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday - Sunday: 12:00 – 17:00.

  5. 5.Who is the primary contact at History of Science Museum?

    The primary contact at History of Science Museum is Helen Pooley (Museums and Institutions). You can reach them at helen.pooley@ashmolean.org.

  6. 6.What is History of Science Museum's website?

    History of Science Museum's website is www.hsm.ox.ac.uk.

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