Physics & Glass is the Whipple Museum's tribute to the art of the scientific glassblower. Glass is one of the most important materials in the history of physics, and this new display features some of the highlights of the Whipple's collection of intricate, beautiful glassware, much of it originally made and used at the Cavendish Laboratory of Experimental Physics in the late 19th and early 20th century. Discover the forerunners to our modern X-ray machines, neon lights and TV screens, and explore the stories of the craftsmen who hand-made them.
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 18 October, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 20 September, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 16 August, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 19 July, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 21 June, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Join us for our Saturday opening and explore the history of science through our collection of microscopes, telescopes, and globes. Take part in family trails and visit our Learning Gallery, where you can engage with interactive handling boxes to discover topics such as Light & Sound, the Human Body, and Earth & Space.
For access information, please click here.
Dates:
Saturday, 17 May, 2025 - 10:00 to 16:00
Giant deer, fossil fish teeth, the rocks that built Cambridge... just some of the specimens on display that our staff can't wait to discuss with you. Beware, their enthusiasm is infectious!
Drop into our shop to reserve your free place on the tour.
Giant deer, fossil fish teeth, the rocks that built Cambridge... just some of the specimens on display that our staff can't wait to discuss with you. Beware, their enthusiasm is infectious!
Drop into our shop to reserve your free place on the tour.
