Thread your way through Manchester’s rich legacy of industrial innovations, scientific discoveries and ideas that changed the world.

Game changers. Pioneers. Mancunians.

Our small corner of the city is where the modern world began. Discover the story of our historic site then get on board with the transport revolution and uncover Manchester's aviation history.

Weave your way around Cottonopolis, find out why small is beautiful in Manchester and discover engineers like Joseph Whitworth and Richard Roberts, who helped the wheels of industry to turn and make Manchester into a global powerhouse.

Step into the circle of energy and uncover the pioneering work of James Joule, then tinker with our nuclear fusion machine.

Play the Ferranti Mark 1 love letter game in front of our replica Baby computer, or test your binary skills in our fast-paced coding game.