Find out what made Manchester an industrial powerhouse by engaging with the amazing exhibitions on the site of one of the world’s first passenger railway stations.

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Reviews of Museum of Science and Industry

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Space bit excellent, especially virtual reality space module landing. Over the road is lovely old area with canals and nice eateries

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