A family looking at an ichthyosaur skull in a display case.

Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

Award-winning science museum for fun-packed family days out.

Get creative at Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum.

What's on this Easter

We have a jam-packed programme at Thinktank! From Easter trails to our Big LEGO Easter Weekend, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the break.

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Exhibitions and special events

  1. Black and white photo of an astronaut on the moon with USA flag next to him.
    Exhibition

    The Space Vault Exhibition , at Thinktank.

    Open during venue opening times, ends Sunday 17 May 2026.
    Visit one of the UK’s largest private collections of space artefacts from human space exploration.
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  2. A collection of equipment, colourful wires and screens.

    Modular: An Audiovisual Synth Workshop with Leon Trimble , at Thinktank.

    A hands-on workshop where you can play with sound and moving images.
    DetailsBook now
  3. Lots of LEGO pieces

    Big LEGO Easter Weekend , at Thinktank.

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    Celebrate all things LEGO at Thinktank!
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  4. An alien characters with red, gold and pink outfit posing with their hands up, a child is looking behind.

    Are We Alien? , at Thinktank.

    Meet the aliens at Thinktank.
    DetailsNo booking required
  5. Printed artwork made from LEGO shapes of a dogs head that says woof.

    Lego Relief Printing with Stirchley Printworks , at Thinktank.

    Lego Relief Printing with Stirchley Printworks.
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  6. Cinema Under The stars: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy , at Thinktank.

    Cinema under the stars, a cinema-style screening.
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About

Located in Birmingham city centre, Thinktank is the perfect day out for all ages.

Explore MiniBrum, our child-sized mini city. Visit our 4K Planetarium where you can journey to the stars! Discover a world of science in our interactive outdoor Science Garden. Learn more about Birmingham’s industrial past and see steam engines, trains, cars and planes from yesteryear. Plus, come face to face with a dinosaur and even more!

What to see

Exhibition of a small city for children to learn and play in

MiniBrum

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Planetarium

A family looking at an ichthyosaur skull in a display case.

Wild Life and Marine Worlds

A family of 2 adults and a child looking at a fossilised triceratops skull.

Our top picks for you

With four floors to explore, filled to the brim with over 200 hands-on exhibits, there is plenty to see and do.

Find out about more our permanent galleries.

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An adult with a child looking at the small plastic balls floating in the air.

Ticket prices and information

Family looking at a Spitfire plane suspended in the air.

Plan your visit

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How to get here

Thinktank opening times

Open Wednesday – Sunday, 10am - 5pm.
During Birmingham school holidays, we are open 7 days a week, 10am–5pm - see visit for dates.

  • Last admission to the museum is 4.30pm
  • Admission charges apply
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Latest news and stories

  1. An adult and child looking into wood and glass interactive case.

    Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery visitor numbers increased by over 300% in 2025 according to latest ALVA figures

    20 March 2026
  2. Jellycat range.

    Jellycat space collection launched at Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum

    18 March 2026
  3. Silver sugar bowl with decorative pattern near the base.

    New Acquisition: Sugar Bowl by John Hardman & Co.

    17 March 2026
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Thinktank, Birmingham Science Museum, Millennium Point, Birmingham, B4 7XG.